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A study warns that pertussis (whooping cough) in infants can be life-threatening, often lacking typical symptoms. Researchers stress maternal vaccination during pregnancy as vital for newborn protection. Early antibiotic treatment and widespread immunisation remain key to preventing severe cases

Two people died and 90 were injured during the Devaragattu Banni festival stick fight in Kurnool. Despite safety measures and awareness campaigns, the traditional event saw casualties, as villagers continue to uphold the ritual with devotion and restraint

NCPOR launched a direct cargo flight from Goa to Antarctica, enhancing logistics for India's polar research. Carrying 18 tons of supplies, the DROMLAN-operated aircraft supports scientific missions at Bharati and Maitri stations, via Cape Town, South Africa

Gitanjali J. Angmo, wife of Sonam Wangchuk, has filed a habeas corpus petition in the Supreme Court challenging his detention under the NSA. Wangchuk was arrested after violence in Leh, prompting national attention and calls for his release

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s praise for the RSS, alleging that its members did not participate in India’s freedom movement. Citing historical records and RSS publications, Owaisi criticised the organisation’s stance on the national flag and Constitution.

Durga immersion celebrations in Madhya Pradesh were marred by two tragic accidents involving overloaded tractor-trolleys. In Khandwa, 11 people including eight children died when a trolley fell into a pond. In Ujjain, three remain missing after a similar incident in the Chambal River.

Telangana Congress MLA Bhupathi Reddy ignited a political firestorm with remarks questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s longevity and invoking Lord Rama. In a video shared by BJP leaders, Reddy is heard saying, “If Modi dies, will Rama cease to exist?”

Usain Bolt turned footballer for a night in Mumbai, joining Indian football stars and Bollywood celebs in a 5v5 match hosted by PUMA India. With Kareena Kapoor tossing the coin, the event mixed sport, glamour, and celebration of India's footballing spirit

Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for October 2, 2025. May the day bring you happiness

India secured another 1-2 finish in javelin at the 2025 Para Worlds, with Sandip Sargar winning gold and Sandeep Chaudhary taking silver in the F44 category. Inspired by Monday’s winners, Sargar overcame weather challenges to deliver a personal-best performance

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will arrive in Ramanathapuram district on Thursday evening as part of his ongoing outreach drive across the state ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections

Among other Indians in the final, Naamya Kapoor (21) finished fourth, and Riya Shirish Thatte (16) was fifth

The stakes are definitely high as World Test Championship points are also on offer

Locally tailored waste management rules, and strict enforcement are essential to achieving India’s sanitation goals

Union Cabinet approved the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses with Rs 11,440 crore outlay to boost domestic production, expand cultivation, ensure 100% MSP procurement, reduce imports, and support 2 crore farmers over 2025-26 to 2030-31

Company, however, refutes allegation; says only a limited number of employees have been affected at its Pune office

Given external headwinds that could complicate the path forward, it is appropriate to maintain patience now

An Indian-origin couple in London, Manpreet Jatana and Jaskiret Singh Uppal, face murder and related charges after allegedly starving their three-year-old daughter, Penelope Chandrie, to death in 2023. Prosecutors say prolonged malnutrition caused her fatal ketoacidosis. Trial proceedings continue

India’s free trade agreement with the EFTA bloc—Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein—came into effect on October 2, 2024. It brings $100 billion investment promise, creates 1 million jobs, cuts tariffs, boosts Indian exports and service sector access

Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the central bank is examining a proposal to allow lenders to remotely lock mobile phones bought on credit in case of default in EMI payments; rules out any charge on UPI transactions

The Union Cabinet has approved 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas across 17 states and UTs, benefiting over 86,000 students. These KVs, costing Rs 5,862 crore, include Balvatikas and will create over 4,600 jobs, focusing on underserved and strategic regions

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a 3 per cent hike in Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief for 49.19 lakh central government employees and 68.72 lakh pensioners. Effective from July 1, 2025, the hike will cost Rs 10,083.96 crore annually

India opener Abhishek Sharma has set a new record in the ICC Men’s T20I batting rankings with 931 points after his stellar Asia Cup performance. He surpassed Dawid Malan’s 2020 mark of 919, finishing ahead of England’s Phil Salt and Tilak Varma.