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Pune Metro reflects how modern cities are being shaped for a Viksit Bharat, Mr Modi observed
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2 people dead, hundreds rescued amid severe flooding in Florida
Two people were killed -- one of whom died in a vehicle -- and hundreds of others were rescued since Sunday as a storm brought severe flooding in Palm Bay, Florida, according to Palm Bay Mayor Rob Medina. The deceased victims have been identified by Florida officials as Joshua Bennett, 34, and Archie Richards, 78 Emergency crews rescued hundreds of people from flooded areas using boats and special high-water vehicles, Medina said in a press conference Tuesday. Port St. Lucie Police Department - PHOTO: In this screen grab from a video posted to social media, a truck travels through flood waters in Port St. Lucie, Fla., on Nov. 3, 2026. Greg Lovett/USA Today Network via Reuters - PHOTO: Workers from A1 Moving move a voting machine out of Magnolia Park Town Hall polling precinct after flooding in the parking lot forced them to move to another location during the US midterm election in Magnolia Park, Fla., on Nov. 3, 2026. Some homes suffered major damage. One family reported that 38 inches of water had filled their living room, Medina told reporters. That is devastation within our city, Medina said. Officials warned that flooding could continue even after the rain stops because water may take several days to drain. They urged residents to stay away from flooded roads, fast-moving water and downed power lines. Election 2026 live updates: Americans cast their votes Florida Fish & Wildlife - PHOTO: FWC officers have deployed to St. Lucie County to conduct rescue operations and assist residents affected by this weeks historic rainfall and flooding. Flooding has also affected other parts of Florida, including St. Lucie, Martin and Palm Beach counties. State officials said they are working with local leaders to determine how much damage the storm caused. A low-pressure system over the Gulf led to continuous onshore flow over the Florida peninsula on Sunday and Monday. ABC News - PHOTO: flash flood threat map Up to 2 feet of rain fell in southern Brevard County on Sunday and Monday, leading to catastrophic flooding of streets, homes and businesses. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission says it rescued more than 60 people in Brevard County on Monday. Orange County Sheriff's Office, Florida - PHOTO: After heavy rain caused flash flooding across Brevard County, OCSOs High Water Rescue Team deployed to the Melbourne area on Nov. 2, 2026, working into the early morning hours to rescue trapped residents. New York state reports 1st measles-associated death in over 30 years Area schools have been closed and polling stations have been relocated, according to officials. Persistent onshore flow will keep scattered showers along Florida's east coast on Tuesday, with additional rainfall of 1 to 2 inches, with locally 3 to 5 inches or more, possible. Tina Gamez-Elieson - PHOTO: In this screen grab from a video taken on Nov. 2, 2026, a student released off the school bus walks in thigh-deep flood waters in Port St Lucie, Fla. Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins visited Palm Bay to see the damage and meet with families affected by the flooding. He thanked first responders and residents who helped their neighbors during the emergency. This is heartbreaking. When you talk to citizens who literally just moved here, from Louisiana, got set up, got settled everything they own is wrecked. Its a huge loss, Collins said. This article originally appeared on ABC News at https://abcnews.com/US/2-dead-hundreds-rescued-amid-severe-flooding-florida/story?id=137819002
Held under the theme Workforce 2030: Scale, Systems, Synergy, the summit brings together policymakers, industry leaders, employers, educational institutions, skill development organisations, and other stakeholders to discuss the future of workforce development, industry-aligned skills, and employment pathways
50 crore people overcame extreme poverty in past 10-12 years: PM Modi
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India has lifted 500 million people out of extreme poverty over the past 10-12 years, citing a recent World Bank report. Speaking after virtually inaugurating Pune Metro Line 3, he linked economic growth and poverty reduction to infrastructure investment, direct benefit transfers and job creation.
Free assistive devices distributed to people with disabilities
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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju responded to Rahul Gandhi's comments about Prime Minister Modi receiving foreign assistance. Rijiju compared Gandhi's remarks to those of extremists who misrepresent their beliefs. Gandhi has challenged PM Modi to a public debate regarding these allegations of foreign connections. He invited the Prime Minister to choose any venue and appoint a judge for the debate.
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Trial of live facial recognition technology to catch criminals is putting people
WA Police are using live facial recognition technology to help identify and arrest criminals, with significant results. The trial is the first of its kind in Australia.
Odisha steps up multi-agency search, rescue operations for 10 people missing in landslide
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Tree shade offers critical heat relief for people experiencing unsheltered homelessness
People experiencing unsheltered homelessness in Salt Lake City face hours of dangerous daytime heat and hot nights that offer little relief, according to a University of Utah study. Researchers also found that tree shade helps people feel measurably cooler, making it a critical resource for those without access to shelter.
'Omar, Farooq Betrayed People': Aga Ruhullah Quits National Conference, Resigns As Srinagar MP
Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has ended his 24-year association with the National Conference (NC) and resigned from his Lok Sabha seat. He announced his decision on Tuesday, 3 November, during a massive public gathering in Budgam, where he also
Birds face alarming mortality rates due to window collisions, with songbirds being particularly hard hit in urban settings. A recent study from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology highlights that emotional messaging has more impact in encouraging bird-friendly window solutions. Practical approaches, such as window coverings, can help mitigate reflection. By fostering awareness and education, we can inspire more people to take protective measures for these vulnerable birds.
How India pulled 500 million people out of poverty as inequality deepens
India's extreme poverty declined from 27.1 percent to 2.6 percent between 2011 and 2023, according to the World Bank. How India pulled 500 million people out of poverty as inequality deepens
What Is SD Pay? MLM App Duped More Than 6 Lakh People Of Over Rs 1,200 Crore
Gujarat Police have busted an alleged Rs 1,211-crore fraud linked to the SD Pay app, which promised investors 9% monthly cashback. The scheme reportedly affected over 6.52 lakh people across 36 states and Union Territories.
Big Jolt For Omar Abdullah As MP Quits, Accuses Party of Betraying People
Accusing the National Conference of betraying the anger, emotions and massive mandate the people gave it in the 2024 assembly polls, Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi said the party did an 'about turn' as soon as the electoral battle was over.
Over 1.6 Lakh People Evacuated as Odisha Tackles Post-Cyclone Relief and Rehabilitation
In the wake of heavy downpours and floods triggered by Cyclone Arnab, the Government of Odisha has intensified its post-disaster restoration efforts. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari chaired a high-level review meeting today to evaluate ongoing damage assessments, relief distribution, and infrastructure repairs, alongside monitoring the trajectory of the recent cyclone Murasu. Minister [] The post Over 1.6 Lakh People Evacuated as Odisha Tackles Post-Cyclone Relief and Rehabilitation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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After keeping her relationship away from the spotlight, Malayalam singer Rimi Tomy has finally revealed who she plans to marry. Her fianc is Libin Mathew, a bodybuilder and fitness trainer from Kerala who is currently based in Mumbai. The two are set to get married this November in a low-key ceremony in Dombivli.
As New Delhis air turns toxic again, people complain of unaffordable air purification products
Despite observations from the Delhi High Court and recommendations from a Parliamentary Standing Committee to reduce the 18% GST on purifiers and HEPA filters to 5%, the GST Fitment Committee maintained the 18% levy
Around 50 crore people came out of extreme poverty in India in last 10-12 years: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proudly announced that approximately 50 crore individuals have recently risen above extreme poverty levels in India. He highlighted the government's strategy of prioritizing empowerment over mere financial support. Modi underscored the connection between economic advancement and poverty alleviation, attributed to strategic investments in infrastructure and welfare programs, like the Garib Kalyan Mela initiative, enhancing direct benefits to the needy.
Digital Arrest Scam 2026: Why Educated People Are Falling Victim and What the Supreme Court Has Said
Digital Arrest Scam 2026: Cybercriminals are increasingly using fear, fake legal threats, and impersonation to deceive people into transferring money. One particularly alarming form of online fraud is the so-called digital arrest scam, in which criminals pretend to be police officers, investigatio...
Microsoft AI May Soon Change What People Say In Live Videos: Here's How
Imagine watching a live speech in which the speaker's words are getting changed as they speak. Yes, you read that right. This may be possible in the future as Microsoft is exploring a technology that could use AI to replace specific
India-Russia ties rooted in centuries of people-to-people contacts: Russian diplomat
India and Russia have maintained a strong friendship that has survived changing global geopolitical landscapes over time. Russian diplomat Petr Sizov emphasised the historical significance of the relationship and its cultural exchanges. Notable cultural connections include the admiration Mahatma Gandhi had for Russian writer Leo Tolstoy despite their never having met. The Russian Embassy plans to host several cultural events to celebrate their 80-year diplomatic relationship.
From scooters to shampoo - the people saving hundreds from dumpster diving
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Major study into 'forever chemicals' in people's bodies launched in UK
The government is launching the first study to measure PFAS in the UK population to understand the risks.
From establishing a field office at Sagar to nurturing future leaders at Gwalior and Jammu, and introducing innovative training practices at PDUNASS, Rizwan Uddin's journey demonstrates how training can transform individual potential into institutional strength. Training in a government organisation is often viewed as a mechanism for improving professional knowledge, familiarising employees with rules and procedures, and enhancing administrative efficiency. However, its true value goes much beyond imparting knowledge. Effective training enables individuals to discover their strengths, develop confidence, overcome personal limitations and achieve goals that they may otherwise consider beyond their reach. This philosophy has shaped the professional journey of Rizwan Uddin, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner-I and Chief Learning Officer, PDUNASS, EPFO, whose interventions across different field offices and training campuses have focused on developing people, strengthening teams and improving service delivery. His contribution was recognised on 1 November 2026, when EPFO conferred upon him the Bhavishyanidhi Award for Best Officer-Trainer, 2026, during its 74th Foundation Day celebrations at Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. Building an institution and nurturing people at Sagar One of the significant chapters of his professional journey was the establishment of the Regional Office, Sagar, from scratch. Setting up a new office with limited manpower, inadequate initial infrastructure and employees deputed from other locations was a challenging assignment. Officials who had been deputed from Jabalpur often travelled back to their homes over weekends. The limited availability of manpower and the challenges associated with a newly established office placed considerable responsibility on the Officer-in-Charge. Rather than viewing these constraints as obstacles, he adopted the approach of leading by example and enabling employees to learn through actual work situations. Team members were encouraged to take responsibility, experiment with new ideas and develop their capabilities through experiential learning. The experience demonstrated that an institution is not built merely by creating infrastructure or issuing administrative instructions. It is built by developing ownership, trust and a shared sense of responsibility among its employees. Gwalior: When a small team produced eight future supervisors His subsequent experience at Regional Office, Gwalior, demonstrated how a focused approach towards employee development could produce remarkable individual achievements. Despite having a relatively small team, the office witnessed eight Social Security Assistants (SSAs) qualifying in the departmental examination for the post of Section Supervisor. This achievement was particularly significant because the employees had to balance their regular official responsibilities with preparation for departmental examinations. The working environment encouraged learning from experience, sharing knowledge and supporting one another. The team was also encouraged to experiment with innovative ideas in the discharge of its responsibilities. Employees gradually developed greater confidence and ownership of their work. The achievement of eight SSAs in the departmental examination was not merely an examination result. It represented eight individual career aspirations moving closer to fulfilment. It also demonstrated that a supportive workplace, coupled with encouragement and opportunities for learning, can help employees realise their professional ambitions. The experience reinforced an important leadership principle: the success of a supervisor should also be measured by the number of people he or she helps grow. Jammu: Training for sensitivity, flexibility and better service delivery The experience at Regional Office, Jammu, during July 2021 to March 2025 provided another important dimension to this approach towards capacity building. Working in a geographically challenging and remote location required employees to demonstrate adaptability, commitment and sensitivity towards stakeholders. The office also experimented with flexible working arrangements to ensure continuity of public service delivery. During this period, Rizwan Uddin trained and mentored officials, including Ashwini Kumar, Programmer, and Social Security Assistants Sunil Kumar, Rajashekhar, Shesh Kumar, Subhash Kumar and Rinku Sharma. The interventions focused on customer sensitivity, effective service delivery, teamwork and working in flexible timings. The objective was not simply to familiarise employees with administrative instructions. It was to develop an understanding that every claim, grievance and service request represents the expectations of an EPFO member. The subsequent recognition of Regional Office, Jammu, as EPFO's Best Remote Office, 2026, provides an encouraging institutional context for the efforts of its employees. The office has continued to demonstrate how commitment, adaptability and teamwork can sustain service delivery in challenging circumstances. PDUNASS: Taking the philosophy of employee development to a wider platform During October 2025 to September 2026, Rizwan Uddin extended his approach towards employee development to the national training platform of PDUNASS. Working in collaboration with the Training Division and fellow course directors, he contributed to conceptualising and preparing the Training Calendar. He was also actively associated with the design and delivery of the Orientation Programme for newly promoted Assistant Provident Fund Commissioners. Along with Ram Anand, RPFC-I, he contributed to the course design. The programme incorporated activities intended to improve interpersonal relationships, leadership capabilities, communication and decision-making. He conducted a full-day session on Goal Setting, Team Building, Communication and Decision Making and also guided participants on Principal Employer and Contractor Compliance. The impact of activity-based learning was reflected in the experiences of individual participants. M. M. Thomas, Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner, who attended the second batch of the Orientation Programme, recalled that interaction and interpersonal communication with batchmates had significantly improved his self-confidence. The programme also motivated participants to take an interest in cycling and pay greater attention to their health. Similarly, Sunita, APFC, observed that activity-based learning had strengthened her leadership skills. The three-week Orientation Programme helped her become more comfortable with multitasking and handling responsibilities requiring coordination and leadership. These experiences demonstrated that training can influence not only professional competence but also personal confidence, interpersonal relationships, leadership behaviour and lifestyle choices. Transforming the training methodology An important feature of his contribution at PDUNASS has been the introduction of innovative training methodologies. Moving beyond conventional classroom lectures, he promoted case-study-based learning, team-building activities, audio-visual sessions, online training and hybrid learning arrangements. Audio sessions were introduced at PDUNASS and its campuses, providing an additional learning format for trainees. A hybrid session on Recovery Management was also successfully piloted, enabling a leading recovery trainer to address Regional Labour Commissioners online. Following participation in a case-writing workshop, he authored a case study titled Building Trust in Governance: EPFO J&K and Ladakh for the Capacity Building Commission, which is currently under evaluation. His training interventions covered officials across different levels, from Additional Central Provident Fund Commissioners to Assistant Section Officers. He also visited PDUNASS Zonal Training Institute campuses as a resource person and regularly conducted online sessions for officials of ZTI Shillong. An online session on Critical Court Judgments received appreciation from more than 310 officers. Other important subjects included Compliance through Nudging, Communication and Facilitation, and strategies for Nidhi Aapke and Prayas. He also served as Course Director for Investment and Risk Management for ACC-level officers and below, and for Customer Relationship Management, CITES and New Initiatives for Regional Commissioner-I-level officers and below. Preparing EPFO employees for emerging challenges Recognising the changing requirements of public administration, he also contributed to capacity building in emerging technologies. From 19 to 21 August, he served as Course Director for a three-day pro-bono programme on AI and Emerging Technologies, organised in coordination with the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) at its training centre in Noida. The programme benefited 75 Group-A officers and Assistant Section Officers from EPFO Headquarters and PDUNASS. The course was developed with the support of two EPFO officers and the NeGD team. He also supported the design of specialised programmes on Legal and Recovery Management and Exemption Management, in consultation with senior officers and external experts. His contribution extended to training on Contractor Compliance, including the development of course content for employees of exempted trusts and executives under the GNLUPDUNASS programme. Beyond EPFO: Sharing knowledge with other institutions His training initiatives have also received recognition beyond EPFO. As Nodal Officer for the PMVBRY initiative, he coordinated with senior officers of NITI Aayog and served as Course Director and resource person for a workshop at Noida attended by more than 50 executives of major establishments. He designed and delivered an online course for CGIT Assessors across India on 25 September 2025, at short notice, on the initiative of the Ministry of Labour and Employment. The Ministry subsequently shared the programme on its social media platforms. He was also invited to deliver a special lecture on the Code on Social Security, 2020, at DRDO's ITM, Mussoorie, and participated as a trainer in programmes organised by VVGNLI and INGAF. He has also contributed to training initiatives involving GNLU and students of NID, Ahmedabad. Further, he organised and conducted online and three-day offline training programmes for Regional Labour Commissioners from across India, and coordinated training initiatives across all four EPFO zones. The philosophy: Success is measured by the growth of others The underlying philosophy of these interventions is simple: an employee's potential is often greater than what is visible through routine official performance. The responsibility of a leader is to create an environment in which that potential can emerge. At Sagar, it meant building a new office and developing a team under difficult circumstances. At Gwalior, it meant encouraging employees to pursue their career aspirations, resulting in eight SSAs qualifying for the post of Section Supervisor. At Jammu, it meant preparing employees to work sensitively and adaptively in a challenging environment. At PDUNASS, it meant extending the same philosophy to a much larger group of officers through structured training, experiential learning and innovative methodologies. The journey illustrates that training is most effective when it connects organisational objectives with individual aspirations. The Bhavishyanidhi Award for Best Officer-Trainer, 2026, is therefore not merely a recognition of the number of programmes conducted or the number of officers trained. It also celebrates an approach to leadership in which the growth of subordinates becomes an important measure of personal achievement. As Rizwan Uddin acknowledges, these achievements have been made possible through the support of the Director, PDUNASS, the team of course directors, senior colleagues, mentors and the employees who actively participated in the learning initiatives. Ultimately, the most meaningful legacy of a trainer is not the number of lectures delivered or certificates issued. It is the number of people who become more confident, capable and successful because someone believed intheir potential and helped them move towards their goals.
Cyclone Murasu: Odisha on high alert as over 1.60 lakh people shifted to safety
Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu made landfall on the Andhra Pradesh coast early Tuesday, bringing light rainfall to parts of southern Odisha. The state government has put several districts on high alert and shifted more than 1.60 lakh people to safety amid forecasts of heavy rain
NTR District Collector Lakshmi Sha has urged residents to stay indoors due to heavy rainfall forecasts. Shops and shopping complexes have been advised to close as Cyclone Murasu approaches the coast. Waterlogging has already disrupted movement on several major roads in Vijayawada. The India Meteorological Department predicts gale winds and flooding in low-lying areas could occur. Precautionary measures, including shifting families to relief camps, are being implemented as conditions worsen.
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Local officials say 27 people had been missing after at least nine 3,000kg aerial bombs hit a village in southern Ukraine.
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A control room began functioning at the Guntur Collectorate at 08632 234014. Mandal-level control rooms have been asked to operate round the clock.
Rahul, Tejashwi are disrespecting the peoples mandate: BJP chief Nitin Nabin
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BJPs 10-year double-engine rule in Uttarakhand betrayed peoples aspirations, says Kharge
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday strongly criticised the BJPs 10-year tenure in Uttarakhand, alleging that the partys double-engine government had betrayed the hopes and aspirations of the states people. In a post on his X handle, Kharge said a collapsed law-and-order situation, serious concerns regarding the safety of women, the arrogance of those in power, and a persistent tendency to evade accountability had left the public deeply disappointed. He said that the people of Uttarakhand were now demanding accountability and seeking change. According to him, the Congress party is vigorously championing the rights and interests of the people from the streets to the legislative assembly. Kharge asserted that the party is firm on its stand to earn the trust of the public so that it can provide Devbhoomi Uttarakhand with a government that is secure, empathetic and accountableone that prioritises the public interest above all else. The Congress presidents remarks come in view of the growing political activity in the hill state, where the opposition has been highlighting issues related to governance, womens safety and administrative accountability. Kharges statement indicates the partys attempt to position itself as an alternative focused on public welfare and responsible governance in Uttarakhand. By pointing to the alleged failures of the ruling dispensation, the Congress is seeking to mobilise public opinion ahead of future electoral contests in the state. Kharges emphasis on security, empathy and accountability indicates the partys intent to build a narrative centred on good governance and the protection of citizens rights. The statement also shows the Congress broader strategy of raising questions about the performance of BJP-ruled states while projecting itself as a party committed to addressing the genuine concerns of the people. On Monday, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and the partys general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal held a meeting with Uttarakhand leaders to discuss the strategy and action plan for the forthcoming state assembly elections. Both leaders urged the state unit to work aggressively, maintain solidarity and take a firm stand.
West Bengal Christians hurt by mob violence narrate their ordeals before peoples tribunal
Christian women say mobs vandalised prayers meetings in their homes and physically assaulted them, accusing them of religious conversion; most perpetrators not arrested, police attitude has changed under BJP rule, survivors say
NASA is inviting people around the world to send their names to Saturns largest moon, Titan, aboard its upcoming Dragonfly spacecraft. As part of the initiative, names will be stored on a microchip carried by the rotorcraft, with participants receiving personalised digital boarding passes. With the mission scheduled to launch in 2028 and reach Titan in 2034, here is how people can register, what the deadline is and what NASA hopes to discover on the distant moon.
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Bihar couple turns entrepreneur under PMFME scheme; their noodle business employs a dozen people
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 2 (IANS) A couple from Sheikhpura district of Bihar, namely Sanjay Kumar and Ranjana Kumari, have become the talk of town over their food venture under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme, and its capacity to employ about a dozen people in a short span of time. The couple, after learning about the scheme, received monetary support under the scheme and launched a noodle-manufacturing business not long ago. The initiative not only made their family financially self-reliant but has also created job opportunities for others in the surrounding area. Today, their entrepreneurial venture employs a total of 10 people regularly. Ranjana Kumari, sharing the success story of 'Smriti Noodles,' shared with IANS the difficult times when it was difficult to cover household expenses and manage children's education. Facing a weak financial situation, she aspired to start a venture of her own. It was during this period that she learned about the PMFME scheme. She applied under the program and, with government assistance, took the first steps toward establishing her business. Earlier a homemaker and now a successful businesswoman. Ranjana and her husbands story has become an inspirational tale in the village as the family has not only become self-reliant but also employs locals in the noodle manufacturing business. She says that both men and women are currently employed at her unit. Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, she remarked that the scheme has served as a vital support system for women like her. Today, the family is not dependent on others to run expenses and is effectively fulfilling the familys responsibilities. Ranjanas husband, Sanjay Kumar, shared that his wife had long aspired to start a business, but rising inflation and household expenses made it difficult. It was during this time that they learnt about the PMFME scheme. With government assistance, they were able to install the necessary machinery and begin the production of noodles. According to Sanjay, this venture has given them, particularly his wife, a new identity. They are now receiving orders for noodles from several nearby districts, including Nalanda, Nawada, and Rajgir.
Elon Musk has taken a dig at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after the latter questioned why people keep large amounts of RAM in their personal computers when the limited memory supply could be used more efficiently by AI data centres. Sharing a meme on X, Musk defended ordinary consumers. The exchange comes amid a global memory shortage that is driving up prices of PCs, smartphones and other electronic devices.
Now in his second season with SC Delhi, head coach Tomasz Tchorz is focused on translating those experiences into a clear vision for the club's future.
Prolonged screen time may increase blood clot risk among young people, warn experts
Extended periods of sitting due to gaming and screen time can impede blood flow and increase the risk of DVT among young individuals. Medical professionals have observed a worrying surge in cases related to inactivity and excessive screen use. To enhance circulation, it's crucial to incorporate regular breaks for movement and engage in physical activities.
Investigators probe Florida jet crash that killed 9 people as cockpit audio emerges
A private jet bound for the Bahamas crashed in Palm Beach County, Fla., Sunday afternoon, killing all nine people on board. The Learjet 60, which had taken off from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas, went down at about 12:50 p.m. ET near Cresthaven, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said. Dashcam footage posted to social media by an eyewitness showed the aircraft falling toward the ground beside a road and exploding into a fireball, narrowly missing cars and homes. Duffy called the crash a horrific tragedy in a post on X , adding: Please join me in praying for the families and loved ones of those we lost. Air traffic control audio posted on LiveATC captured the crew's comments leading up to the crash. Someone in the cockpit can be heard saying Mayday, mayday, reporting the plane was descending at 10,000 feet per minute, Reuters reported. We're going to crash into the ground, the person said. The impact left a massive crater near the entrance to a mobile home park, Palm Beach County Commissioner Joel Flores said at a news conference. About 600 residents were evacuated to two shelters, he said. The National Transportation Safety Board has opened an investigation, and the cause is not yet known. What we know The Learjet 60 took off from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, bound for North Eleuthera Airport in the Bahamas, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. FAA records list the owner as a Delaware corporation. The National Weather Service had a flood watch in effect for the area of the crash, Palm Beach County, through Monday afternoon, with rain expected on and off across South Florida. In air traffic control audio posted on LiveATC, someone in the cockpit said they were managing the ice but faced moderate turbulence and were seeking better rides. AP reported the crew also asked to climb. Less than a minute later, the person said Mayday, mayday, reporting the plane was suddenly descending at 10,000 feet per minute. Seconds later, the person declared an emergency, with the descent rate reaching 20,000 feet per minute. Less than 20 seconds later, the person said: We're going to crash into the ground, before reporting the descent rate had reached 22,000 feet per minute as the plane began to bank. Flightradar24 data showed the vertical descent rate at one point exceeded 32,000 feet per minute. The last words heard from the cockpit were we're out of time. Driver Aki Kuusisto's dashcam footage captured the moment the jet hit the ground. I heard a whistling noise, a big bang, and I saw a fireball, he told CBS News . It felt like it was right next to us... you could feel it in the car. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said there were no immediate reports of anyone injured on the ground. Authorities haven't confirmed what caused the crash or identified the people on board. Steve Arroyo, an aviation safety expert, told the Associated Press that ice and turbulence could have caused the plane to stall. What have officials said? The FAA said the aircraft departed Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas and was heading to North Eleuthera Airport in the Bahamas when the crash took place. The FAA said it was investigating and would provide further updates. DeSantis told reporters during a Sunday briefing that there were no reports of anyone on the ground being injured despite a lot of debris that was strewn over a pretty significant distance. It was a cataclysmic plane crash, DeSantis said. It looked like a missile going down and left a big crater on the side of the road. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy called the crash a horrific tragedy and said the FAA and Department of Transportation would be investigating the incident. What did eyewitnesses say? Anthony Blackmon, who lives around 500 feet from the site of the crash, told NBC Miami that debris from the crash struck his home. Debris was everywhere, he said. Debris hit my house. Everything was on fire. The road was on fire. I've always seen it on the news, never thought it would happen so close to somebody like how it happened today. Adam Itayem told WPTV , It sounded like a loud boom. I thought it was thunder, adding, I saw a big crater in the ground and water coming out of the crater and a big fire too. I heard and felt the boom, Andrew Mannino told CNN , saying he saw a large black cloud immerse in the air, adding, The power immediately went out and is still out. Around 600 people were evacuated by Palm Beach County authorities while federal officials investigate the crash. We're waiting for someone to give us answers about what we're going to do, because they're not even letting us into the community to get our clothes, local resident Jesus Solorzano told WPTV. This article originally appeared on Yahoo News at https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/article/learjet-plane-crash-in-florida-kills-all-9-on-board-what-we-know-111242550.html
Reliance Foundation founder and chairperson Nita Ambani made a major announcement on her birthday on November 1. Nita Ambaniand the Ambani family laid the foundation stone of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Anant Ashray in Karjat, Maharashtra, on Sunday. The Nita Mukesh Ambani Anant Ashray will be a beautiful home for orphaned children, the elderly, and those with developmental disabilities.
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Odisha weaver preserves 45-year craft, trains over 200 people
Prafulla Kumar Sahoo has devoted 45 years to mastering the art of handloom weaving in Odisha. With each saree taking nearly a month to complete, he features a unique Patta design. Beyond his craftsman skills, he has empowered over 200 unemployed individuals by providing them weaving training for sustainable livelihoods.
Bangladesh workers go on rampage, ministers blame Hasina, people across border
Bangladesh workers go on rampage, ministers blame Hasina, people across border
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People Have Paid the Price for NC
SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Monday accused the National Conference (NC) leadership of compromising the regions political interests and questioned the continued suspicion surrounding the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a large gathering at the PDPs Foundation Day workers convention in Srinagar, Mehbooba []
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Halloween weekend shootings leave at least 13 people dead and 92 injured
Police and fire units respond near Legion Field, Birmingham, Alabama, after a shooting following the 85th Magic City Classic on Saturday. - WVTM More than a dozen people were killed and over 90 others injured over a Halloween weekend marred by gun violence, with multiple shootings across the country upending celebrations. One mass shooting in California occurred as people went to get last-minute costumes at Spirit Halloween, leaving a pregnant woman dead and sending people scrambling for cover. Another happened after the annual Magic City Classic football game in Birmingham, Alabama, between rivals Alabama State University and Alabama A&M University. Delaware, a state with just over 1 million people, had two mass shootings on Halloween night, including near its largest university. This is not normal, Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer said in a statement . We must never accept gun violence as a part of life in Delaware. The latest violence occurred around typically American fall events Halloween, football, college parties and comes just over two weeks after a mass shooting in an Oregon elementary school killed three students and a teacher inside a special needs classroom. unknown content item - With at least 13 people dead and 92 injured, this Halloween weekend was one of the most violent in recent years, according to CNNs preliminary estimates, based in part on tallies from the nonprofit Gun Violence Archive. The list, while not exhaustive, gives a glimpse into the countrys latest bouts of gun violence. Shootings at costume store and pre-Halloween parties One of the first deaths happened on the eve of Halloween at a holiday store in Fairfield, California, northeast of San Francisco. Constance Hages, 31, who family members said was pregnant, was at a Spirit Halloween when gunfire erupted at 8:30 p.m. Friday, police said. Six others were wounded, including three critically. The shopping center canceled the next days trick-or-treating event after the shooting. Police vehicles are seen outside the Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield, California, on Saturday after a woman was killed. - KXTV/AP A shooting at a Flint, Michigan, party just before 12:30 a.m. on Saturday left one woman killed while two teenage boys and a man were injured, CNN affiliate WJRT reported . The three injured are listed in good condition. In Kansas, Wichita Police said an after-party early Saturday resulted in four people shot, including one 36-year-old man hit in the face by a stray bullet while looking outside of his window, CNN affiliate KAKE reported . 2 shootings at storied college game In Alabama, two shootings just minutes apart followed the end of Alabama State University and Alabama A&M Universitys Magic City Classic on Saturday night in Birmingham. The rivalry football game, which took place at the citys 71,000-seat Legion Field , is an eight-decade tradition between the historically Black universities. One person was killed and eight others wounded in the gunfire just before 8 p.m., near vendors set up outside of Legion Field, Birmingham police said. A 17-year-old not affiliated with either university was taken into custody, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said. The teen had a gun with a Glock conversion switch, Woodfin said. In Birmingham, the mayor said, people can be united in grieving and seeking justice while still celebrating the classic football game, where Woodfin had posted pictures of himself Saturday evening. We can have an honest conversation about public safety while continuing to embrace and celebrate the traditions that have helped shape our city and our institution, he told reporters Sunday afternoon. Gun violence in college towns Later Saturday, as people went out to parties in small communities, college towns and urban hubs, they encountered more violence. Delaware experienced two shootings in just over an hour. At an outdoor party in Ellendale, a small Delaware town about 20 miles northwest of Rehoboth Beach, someone opened fire into the crowd from a neighboring property just before 10 p.m., according to the State Polices preliminary investigation . The shooter hit nine people, including a 17-year-old girl who later died from her injuries, police said. Those injured ranged in age from 17 to 22. Just over an hour later, at around 11:13 p.m., came another mass shooting as people celebrated Halloween along a crowded Main Street near the University of Delaware, in Newark. Six people were shot and taken to hospitals, Newark Police said early Saturday . I ask that you keep the victims in your thoughts and hearts as they receive care, University of Delaware President Laura A. Carlson said in a campus letter Sunday. Please also recognize the impact and toll on our students and community members who were on Main Street last night and witnessed this violence. Near the US-Mexico border, gunfire erupted at a Halloween birthday party just north of Edinburg, Texas, around 11:45 p.m. CT, CNN affiliate KRGV reported. The shooting left seven people wounded with non-life-threatening injuries, according to a Hidalgo County Sheriffs Office statement. Two cities named Bloomington one in Illinois and another in Indiana suffered shootings early Sunday that left a total of 14 people injured and one dead. In Illinois, Bloomington Police responded to reports of shots fired at around 1:23 a.m. CT on a residential block just north of Illinois Wesleyan University, where they found multiple people with gunshot wounds, officials said in a social media post . Eight victims have been identified, local police said, including a 19-year-old woman pronounced dead at the scene. In addition, another woman was transported to a regional trauma center, where shes listed in critical condition, police said. Six other people have non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. In Bloomington, Indiana, police officers from the city and Indiana University were watching a large crowd at a downtown street corner when shots were fired around 1:30 a.m. ET, CNN affiliate WISH reported . Seven people between 17 and 27 years old were injured, WISH reported. None of the victims go to school in Bloomington, Mayor Kerry Thomson said Sunday, adding all were from the Indianapolis area. All seven were in stable condition, Thomson said. One person was arrested while trying to flee from police while armed, city officials said. No suspects have been identified or arrested. A person wearing a costume stands at crime scene tape as police investigate a shooting on Kirkwood Avenue in Bloomington, Indiana, on Sunday. - Jeremy Hogan/Getty Images In Arkansas, Fayetteville Police had already been assigned to work in the citys popular Dickson Street area because of Halloween festivities and a University of Arkansas home football game, according to a department news update . But just after 1:40 a.m. Sunday, police responded to reports of a shooting nearby and found six people shot. All were taken to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. From towns to cities In Jackson, Mississippi, police said a man and woman were killed and four others were injured at a nightclub early Sunday. Two men wearing ski masks entered the club, which was hosting a costume party, and at least one of them pulled out a gun and fired into the crowd on the dance floor, CNN affiliate WAPT reported. On the streets of Dallas bustling nightlife district in the Deep Ellum neighborhood, three shootings that began just after midnight left four people killed and at least 15 others injured. More police were already patrolling the area, just east of downtown Dallas, because of Halloween events. We had more presence out here, and this was something that we were ramped up for, Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux told reporters. He added the number of injured was still moving a little bit with some people transporting themselves for medical care. Shootings at two Halloween parties in Jacksonville, Florida, resulted in two people killed and 11 others injured. One happened around 1:45 a.m. while people were in line for a party, leaving a 17-year-old girl fatally shot and two others wounded, the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office said . The second was just over two hours later at a house party, the sheriffs office said. Two instances of gunfire there left a 20-year-old man dead and nine others between the ages of 15 and 25 hurt; one has a life-threatening injury, the sheriffs office said. The shootings at both Jacksonville parties were the result of fights that then led to gunfire, police said. I am saddened by the heinous acts of violence our community endured this weekend, Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said in a statement. My heart goes out to the victims of these senseless acts and the many others impacted. There have been nearly 400 mass shootings in the United States so far this year, which amounts to more than one a day, according to the Gun Violence Archives ongoing tally . CNNs Chris Boyette, Amanda Watts and Sydney Bishop contributed to this report. For more CNN news and newsletters create an account at CNN.com This article originally appeared on CNN at https://www.cnn.com/2026/11/02/us/halloween-weekend-shootings
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Will strive to make session more beneficial for people: Chief Justice as HC shifts to Jammu
Jammu, Nov 02: Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh Pushpendra Singh Bhati on Monday dedicated the new session of the court to the people of the Union Territory, saying that every effort would be made to make its functioning more beneficial for the common citizens. The chief justice was speaking to reporters after receiving a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the high court's main wing in Jammu, which reopened following the annual Darbar Move from Srinagar to Jammu. We dedicate it to the citizens of J-K, and we'll try our best to make this session more and more beneficial for the rights of common citizens, Justice Bhati said. The main wing of the high court and several associated offices at Srinagar closed on October 31 after office hours and reopened in Jammu as part of the bi-annual darbar move, a practice under which the government shifts its offices between Jammu and Srinagar every six months.
Darbar Move reflects aspirations of people across J&K: Assembly Speaker Rather
Jammu, Nov 2 : Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Monday said the revival of the Darbar Move is considered decision aimed at respecting the aspirations of people across the Union Territory. There is nothing new about the Darbar Move. It was discontinued for some time but resumed last year. For six months, we served the people of the entire Jammu and Kashmir, and we will continue to do so, Speaker Rather told reporters. He said the practice had been in place for years, except for a brief interruption, and the government had decided to revive it after due consideration. Speaker Rather said the wishes of people from both Jammu and Kashmir regions must be respected, adding that people in Jammu had sought the restoration of the practice. Our brothers in Jammu wanted the Darbar Move to be revived, and therefore it should be revived, he said. (KNS)
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Business jet carrying 9 people crashed in Florida neighborhood, erupting in a massive fireball
West Palm Beach, Nov 02: A business jet carrying nine people nose-dived into a South Florida neighborhood Sunday and erupted into a giant fireball that appeared to just miss homes before crashing near a busy roadway, creating a giant fiery crater in the pavement. It was not immediately known if anyone on the Learjet 60 or on the ground in the Palm Beach County neighborhood was injured or killed. The aircraft had departed Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas and was headed to the Bahamas, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Authorities did not immediately say what caused the jet to go down or who was on it. Jim Reynolds, a spokesperson for Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, said it was a private aircraft. He could not immediately provide details about who was on the flight. This is definitely a tragedy, he said. He said the tail number for the flight was N722BD. Video shot from people inside their cars captured the terrifying moment the aircraft plunged from the sky, before striking near the roadway and exploding. Flames flickered around chunks of pavement lining the crater as people milled about, expressing shock it landed only feet from homes and only inches from passing vehicles. Thick black smoke engulfed the crash site. It was unclear if the crash caused any damage to homes. The crash occurred near Military Trail and 10th Avenue North. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office closed roads in both directions and urged motorists to avoid the area. Firefighters and other emergency personnel rushed to the scene. A woman working nearby said electricity in the area had been out for approximately two hours following the crash. The circumstances of the crash remained under investigation.
9 Killed As Private Jet Crashes Into Florida Residential Area, 600 People Evacuated
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Mehbooba urges people to defend constitutional rights
Srinagar, Nov 1: Turning Jammu and Kashmir's loss of constitutional safeguards into a warning for the rest of India, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday told a gathering at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan that the country must resist what she described as attempts to weaken the Constitution and take away the people's right to choose their government. In a speech that drew parallels between the constitutional changes in Jammu and Kashmir in 2019 and the political situation in the country, the former Chief Minister said the people of the Union Territory had already experienced the consequences of decisions that, according to her, undermined their democratic rights. We, the people of Jammu and Kashmir, have been destroyed. In 2019, they destroyed the Constitution. But now, you children, don't let the whole country become Jammu and Kashmir, Mehbooba said, addressing the gathering. Her remarks placed Kashmir at the centre of a wider political argument, presenting the region not merely as a victim of constitutional changes but as a warning of what she alleged could happen elsewhere if democratic institutions and constitutional protections were weakened. Referring to the Constitution, Mehbooba said it had given citizens the power to elect and remove governments, but alleged that the ruling dispensation was attempting to undermine that fundamental democratic right. The Constitution has given you the vote to change governments. They want to snatch that right from you, she said. The PDP president accused the BJP-led government at the Centre of weakening constitutional principles despite having failed, in her assessment, to secure the mandate it had sought to change the Constitution after the 2024 general elections. She alleged that while the Constitution had not been formally replaced, attempts were being made to hollow it out. Expanding her attack beyond constitutional issues, Mehbooba accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government of favouring powerful business interests at the expense of ordinary citizens. She alleged that public assets accumulated over decades under successive governments were being handed over to select businessmen, while poor families faced displacement and economic hardship. Referring to the demolition of homes and the cutting of trees, she accused the government of making land available to private business interests at throwaway prices, alleging that the poor were receiving little benefit from its economic policies. (KNS)
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Somali pirates hijack Iranian fishing vessel carrying 23 people
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Super Flop Rally: Sambit Patra Mocks INDIA Bloc, Asks Where Are The 10 Lakh People?
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Israeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza - medics say
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