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At least 13 children drowned after a boat capsized in the Ganga River in Bihar’s Vaishali district. Seven victims reportedly belonged to one family. Rescue teams are searching for missing passengers as residents protest over alleged administrative negligence
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The CBI has filed a chargesheet against Sheshrao Bajrang Suryavanshi, the 14th accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. A Delhi fast-track court scheduled the next hearing for October 22, as investigations revealed alleged security lapses
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A massive landslide in Nepal’s Gorkha district generated energy equivalent to a 3.5-magnitude earthquake, triggering repeated Budhi Gandaki River floods. The disaster left at least five people missing and damaged hydropower projects, roads and bridges, according to officials
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Masked robbers allegedly tied up BJP leader Ramesh Yadav and stole cash and valuables worth Rs 50 lakh from his Kanpur farmhouse. Police are examining CCTV footage and questioning 14 people, including security guards, gunmen and a driver
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Maharashtra ATS has intensified surveillance of the network linked to Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti, with intelligence inputs identifying around 16 handlers. Authorities allege the network recruits youths for suspicious activities and have urged citizens to remain vigilant against online radicalisation and easy-money offers
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished Pope Leo XIV a speedy recovery after successful thoracic surgery at Gemelli Hospital. Doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, with tissue examination confirming lung adenocarcinoma. Further tests are expected in coming days
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An Air India flight from Frankfurt to Delhi was diverted to Jaipur on Wednesday following a reported hijack alert. Security personnel inspected the aircraft after its emergency landing and moved it to an isolation bay. Officials said the situation was under control
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Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani highlighted the need to balance affordable clean energy, infrastructure development and transparent governance following his meeting with Bloomberg co-founder Michael Bloomberg. They also discussed Dharavi’s redevelopment, emphasising climate-resilient housing, sanitation and protection of residents’ livelihoods
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An Air India flight from Frankfurt to Delhi reportedly made an emergency landing in Jaipur after transmitting Squawk 7500, the international hijacking alert code. The incident prompted concern among passengers, while airlines continued suspending Saudi Arabia services amid escalating regional security threats
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India and Canada are accelerating negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, aiming to conclude talks by November ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposed December visit. The pact seeks to reduce trade barriers, boost investment and expand cooperation across key economic sectors
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Anupam Kher announced that Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 will release in theatres on March 5, 2027. The actor expressed gratitude for the audience’s affection for his character, promising a bigger plot and higher stakes as the Khosla family faces Khurana again
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Bihar’s Ganga boat capsize in Vaishali district claimed 13 lives, including eight children, prompting condolences from NDA leaders. The state government announced ₹4 lakh ex-gratia compensation for each deceased victim’s family, while rescue teams searched for missing passengers and authorities ordered an investigation
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Cockroach Janata Party leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were sent to five-day judicial custody in the Jantar Mantar trespassing case, while Ajinkya Shinde was released on personal bond. They were detained during a protest against alleged electoral roll irregularities
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Relatives of South African jurist Navi Pillay in Tamil Nadu’s Dindigul district celebrated her reported 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, recalling her ancestral roots in Pazhaya Vattalagundu and a 2007 family reunion. Her legal career includes landmark contributions to international justice
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Hollywood star Tom Cruise said his passion for filmmaking stems from his interest in people, life and art rather than money. In Tokyo, he promoted his upcoming film Digger, directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, and thanked Japanese fans for their support
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Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar claimed several unhappy Samajwadi Party MLAs would join the BJP, with formalities expected Wednesday. He also alleged Akhilesh Yadav was concerned about AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi’s growing support ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections
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Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi criticised Jantar Mantar as unsuitable for protests due to narrow lanes and nearby sensitive buildings. Following its de-notification, she urged authorities to establish clear security and operational plans for alternative demonstration sites, including Ramlila Maidan
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Veteran actor Raza Murad credited filmmaker Raj Kapoor with transforming his career as a villain through Prem Rog (1982). He later played prominent antagonists in Ram Teri Ganga Maili and Henna, expressing gratitude for three consecutive films under RK Films
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The Indian rupee surged 77 paise to 95.05 against the US dollar in early trade, supported by RBI measures to curb dollar demand and speculative positions. Lower crude prices also offered support, while investors awaited key US inflation data
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Punjab Police and central agencies are increasingly concerned about dead drops used by smugglers to hide narcotics, pistols and ammunition. Officials warn these concealed supplies could finance criminal activities and facilitate targeted killings of police personnel and politicians, particularly during elections
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The Supreme Court stayed trial court proceedings in a criminal defamation case against Rahul Gandhi over alleged derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It issued notices to Maharashtra government and the complainant, seeking responses within four weeks on Gandhi’s challenge
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IIT Madras’ Pravartak Technologies Foundation has partnered with Hyderabad-based Medhastra Techsystems to develop indigenous defence artificial intelligence solutions. The collaboration aims to combine academic research with industry expertise to deliver field-ready technologies for the Indian Armed Forces and strengthen strategic self-reliance
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Former Bharatpur MP Ratan Singh has alleged that his son, Rajasthan PWD executive engineer Rajendra Pratap Singh, was poisoned as part of a family conspiracy. Jaipur police have registered a case, seized CCTV equipment and await forensic reports to determine the cause of death
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A Supreme Court lawyer has urged CJI Surya Kant to consider suo motu criminal contempt proceedings over a deleted Congress Kerala post and the INDIA bloc’s protest march. Delhi Police have registered four FIRs linked to the demonstration over electoral irregularities
