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Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s light-hearted jibe about Bengaluru’s infamous traffic at the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025 went viral, prompting political reactions and renewed criticism of the city’s infrastructure, while he also engaged students and showcased striking space visuals of India

Meta has begun warning thousands of Australian users under 16 to download their data and prepare for account removal ahead of a nationwide social media ban for minors beginning December 10. The move affects Facebook, Instagram and Threads, with age-verification measures introduced

Kalyani Priyadarshan begins shooting her new women-centric film directed by debutant Thiraviyam SN and produced by Potential Studios. Following her recent blockbuster, the project has high expectations and features a strong cast and technical crew, with filming planned predominantly in Chennai

Jane Fonda reflects on nearly turning eighty-eight, saying she once expected to die young due to loneliness and drug struggles. Now embracing aging with intention, she focuses on living without regrets, practicing forgiveness, and inspiring younger generations to approach old age confidently

Despite progress, India falls short of the goal of eliminating the bacterial disease by 2025 end

A study by AIG Hyderabad shows 83% of Indian patients undergoing routine endoscopy carry multidrug-resistant bacteria, far higher than in other countries. Experts warn of a community-level antibiotic resistance crisis, urging urgent stewardship, public education, and regulatory action.

Pakistan’s Jaffar Express narrowly escaped an explosion after insurgents detonated explosives on its track in Balochistan’s Nasirabad, a day after services resumed. The frequently targeted train has faced multiple attacks this year, including a deadly March hijacking by the BLA

Sabarimala is set to begin its 41-day Mandala pilgrimage, with the shrine opening Sunday evening. Extensive preparations—water supply, sanitation, medical centres, and virtual queue controls—are in place. New melshanthis will be installed as TDB’s new president vows transparent temple administration

Recently released House Oversight Committee emails reveal Jeffrey Epstein maintained extensive ties with global political figures, academics and business elites long after his 2008 conviction. The messages show exchanges on politics, introductions and personal advice, highlighting his persistent influence until his 2019 arrest

Sunny Deol lashed out at media outside his Juhu home for invading family privacy amid rumours about his father Dharmendra’s health. The family condemned false death reports, urged restraint, and confirmed the 89-year-old actor was discharged and recovering at home

In a breakthrough for India’s pharmaceutical sector, firms including Hetero, Cipla, Annora, and Natco have won Chinese government bids to supply generic drugs like Dapagliflozin and Olaparib, marking a significant entry into China’s tightly controlled healthcare market

Aishwarya Sridhar’s wildlife documentary Leopard Dynasty: The Rise of Rana won Best Editing at the Earth in Focus - Singapore Nature Film Festival. Combining cinematic storytelling with wildlife observation, the film celebrates Rana the leopard and the team behind its creation.

Developed in collaboration with Chronicle Bio and its CEO Rohit Gupta, the platform will enable a deeper understanding of disease biology to drive earlier diagnoses, more effective treatments, and lasting benefits for patients and humanity

Flight VN-984 from Hyderabad to Hanoi was delayed overnight due to a technical glitch, leaving passengers stranded and prompting protests. The airline arranged overnight accommodation, and the flight is now set to depart at 10 am.

The US government shutdown is causing widespread flight cancellations, with over 700 flights scrapped on Friday. Air traffic controllers working without pay are leaving, raising fears that delays and cancellations could worsen before the Thanksgiving holiday.

Italian fashion brand Prada launched a safety pin brooch priced at USD 775, sparking ridicule from crocheters and social media users. Many demonstrated DIY versions, questioning the high price, while critics called it luxury exploitation of a common item

Meghan Markle returns to acting with a cameo in Jason Orley’s comedy *Close Personal Friends*, starring Lily Collins, Jack Quaid, Brie Larson, and Henry Golding. The film follows two couples whose friendship spirals hilariously out of control during a Santa Barbara getaway

Switzerland has nominated yodelling for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, highlighting its evolution from Alpine herding calls to a modern art form. With growing popularity and academic recognition, advocates hope UNESCO recognition will preserve and promote this distinct national musical tradition worldwide

The event aims to break stigma over mental illness and promote community wellness

Renowned nephrologist Dr. H. Sudarshan Ballal warned that chronic kidney disease is rising rapidly in India due to diabetes, hypertension, and environmental factors. He urged preventive healthcare, affordability reforms, and AI-driven innovations to avert a potential nationwide kidney disease epidemic

King Charles III has ordered his disgraced brother Prince Andrew to leave Royal Lodge for a smaller home on the Sandringham Estate, symbolizing his internal exile amid continued fallout from his ties to Jeffrey Epstein and ongoing public anger

A US study has found that children born to mothers infected with Covid-19 during pregnancy face a higher risk of developmental disorders, including speech delay and autism, by age three. Risk was greatest when infection occurred in the third trimester.

King Charles has stripped Prince Andrew of all royal titles following the release of Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir Nobody’s Girl, detailing her abuse by Jeffrey Epstein and others. Giuffre’s revelations reignited global outrage, exposing systemic failures and prompting renewed calls for accountability

Sri Lanka has withdrawn the recently introduced requirement for tourists to obtain Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before arrival. The Immigration Department said travellers can follow pre-October 15 visa procedures