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Machchhar, who was hailed for preventing a co-pilot from attempting to crash a Flydubai flight travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, continued to draw praise from neighbours, friends, educators and political leaders as updates on his condition emerged.

Govind Krishnan from Kerala left conventional school at 10 to study the Vedas at a gurukula in Thrissur. He later returned to regular schooling, cleared JEE, studied electronics and communication at IIST and was selected to join ISRO. His unusual journey reflects how he balanced traditional Vedic education with modern science and technology.

Captain Smit Machchhar displayed incredible bravery after being attacked by his co-pilot aboard Flydubai Flight FZ1073. Despite serious injuries, he managed to unlock the cockpit door, allowing others to intervene. His actions prevented a potential tragedy and saved the lives of 174 passengers on board. Indian leaders and aviation officials praised Machchhar for his extraordinary courage during the incident.

The Supreme Court has dismissed the Trinamool Congress faction's plea to access four frozen bank accounts. The Calcutta High Court had previously declined to grant interim relief to the faction regarding the accounts. It allowed access to three other frozen accounts under the supervision of a court-appointed special officer. This bank-account dispute is part of a larger fight for control of the TMC.

The Indian government collected Rs 2,03,521 crore as Gross goods and services tax (GST) for the month of September, up 14.7% % against the same month last year.

Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike was executed but complications arose following two lethal injections administered. Her legal team argued that she did not receive proper medical care during the execution process. A judge confirmed that medical staff had begun providing emergency care, indicating serious issues with the procedure. Pike, convicted of murder in 1996, has consistently maintained her mental health issues were a factor in her actions.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recognized Captain Smit Machchhar for his bravery during a cockpit attack on a flydubai flight. Machchhar was injured but managed to unlock the cockpit door, allowing others to intervene. The incident occurred as the aircraft descended dangerously after being attacked by the co-pilot. Passengers and crew worked together to stabilize the aircraft and ensure a safe landing.

A fresh rift has emerged within Tata Trusts over Tata Sons proposed reorganisation, with Sir Dorabji Tata Trust vice chairmen Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh saying they were not consulted before a letter supporting the plan was sent to Tata Sons. The trustees questioned the process, governance implications and whether the communication represented the collective position of the trust.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta participates in cleanliness drive at Kamla Nehru Ridge

WhatsApp web: WhatsApp has introduced optional parental controls for teenagers, giving parents more control over privacy settings, group activity, Channels and Meta AI. The new features allow parents to set boundaries while keeping teens personal messages and calls protected by end-to-end encryption. WhatsApp said the controls will be rolled out gradually and can be changed or disabled at any time.

Indian women's squash team faced a challenging semifinal against Hong Kong, ending their campaign with a bronze medal. Anahat Singh lost a gripping first match after squandering four match points, which proved vital. Tanvi Khanna managed to secure a win in the second match, keeping India's hopes alive briefly. Unfortunately, Joshana Chinappa lost the final match, ending the team's chances for gold.

US President Trump announced South Korea's intention to invest $54 billion in an Alaska natural gas project. The project aims to connect Alaska's North Slope to a liquefied natural gas export terminal. While Alaskan Senator Dan Sullivan supports the initiative, South Korean officials remain cautious about the investment's commercial viability. Trump seeks to bolster Republican candidates facing competitive races ahead of the midterm elections.

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences will release the NEET PG 2026 scorecard on October 1, 2026. Candidates can download their individual scorecards from the official NBEMS website for six months. Each candidate will also have access to their specific answer key through their applicant login. The answer key provides details on responses, marks, and the specific question IDs.

Raising concerns over recent changes made to the online voter registration process, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi demanded accountability from both the Election Commission and Tata Consultancy Services for these alterations. Opposition leaders met to discuss issues surrounding electoral malpractices and the demand for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.

India's manufacturing sector rebounded in September after a three-month slowdown, driven by strong demand for various products. The HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index rose to 55.1, indicating notable growth in factory activity. New orders increased significantly, with manufacturers reporting higher export demand from multiple international clients. Employment in the sector also expanded, recovering from a previous decline in August.

India's economy exhibited robust growth of 7.8 percent in the first quarter of FY27 and is projected to grow 7.3 percent in the next quarter. While domestic conditions appear resilient, external risks continue to challenge its investment appeal, particularly regarding trade relations with the United States and fluctuations in energy prices. The recent sovereign rating upgrade reflects strengthening fundamentals amid global uncertainties and cautious investor sentiment.

India is confronting significant challenges in attracting capital flows due to the evolving global investment environment. Developed countries are pursuing renewed manufacturing ambitions, which intensifies competition for capital. The artificial intelligence sector is driving capital investment across borders, affecting foreign direct investment. Despite signs of improving FDI inflows, short-term pressures on Indian assets and currency persist. Policymakers must respond effectively to this geop

BJP member PK Krishnadas accused Congress activists of attacking his vehicle in Thiruvananthapuram. Following a previous attack on the BJP district president, a protest march was organized in Neyyattinkara. Krishnadas claimed that during his journey, Congress activists broke his car window. Additionally, BJP leader Kummanam Rajasekharan alleged that Youth Congress members threw liquor bottles at the BJP state office.

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty fell for a fourth straight session on Thursday, heading for their eighth consecutive weekly loss. Driven by intense FII outflows and surging US bond yields, the market weakness marks the longest losing streak since 2001, surpassing the seven-week Covid crash.

Fahadh Faasil house tour: The actor is set to lead his first Telugu film titled 'Don't Trouble The Trouble', which is scheduled to release on October 2. The film features Fahadh as Suri, a street magician whose trick leads to unexpected events. Anticipation is high for the film, with advance bookings reaching Rs 2.17 crore across six show dates. Positive reviews can elevate the film's status to blockbuster success upon release.

US Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the formation of Project Meridian to study future warfare strategies. Elon Musk will co-lead this initiative alongside Palmer Luckey and Newt Gingrich. The project aims to explore and identify key domains and technologies relevant to warfare. It has a strict 120-day deadline to provide findings to military leadership. Hegseth also introduced the Autonomous Warfare Command, emphasizing the need for advancements in military technology.

An Indian flydubai pilot, Captain Smit Machchhar, was seriously stabbed by his copilot in an attempted plane crash. Despite his injuries, he unlocked the cockpit door, enabling passengers and crew to overpower the attacker. The plane landed safely, and global leaders hailed the captain as a hero.

Pradeep Purnekar was shot dead in Thane, leading to major protests by his family and supporters. His son, Ram Purnekar, has accused Meenakshi Shinde and her husband of orchestrating the crime. The police arrested one suspect and detained another in connection with the murder case.

Indias record $133 billion diaspora inflow has flooded banks with liquidity, pushing overnight rates below the RBIs 5.25% policy rate. The Reserve Bank has already drained more than 1 trillion as food and oil prices fuel inflation concerns. Markets now expect further liquidity measures and are increasingly pricing in a possible RBI interest-rate hike.

Legislation aiming to permanently prohibit Chinese vehicles and technology from entering the U.S. market is currently stalled. Senators are negotiating to address concerns raised by a Republican senator regarding foreign ownership stakes. The proposed bill seeks to protect American automakers from subsidized Chinese competition and prevent data privacy risks. Supporters of the bill anticipate revisiting this matter after the upcoming November elections.

Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar, an IAS officer, allegedly leaked the Veterinary Officers Recruitment Examination question paper for money. The Enforcement Directorate is investigating this corruption case involving 400 Veterinary Officer posts. Middleman Basavaraj Kannale, who facilitated the scheme, promised candidates their selection in exchange for bribes. Candidates received leaked exam materials while residing at a resort prior to the exam.

A Special NIA Court in New Delhi has ordered charges against Yasin Malik and six others for money laundering. The case involves the alleged transfer of Rs 8,94,87,639 through hawala channels from Pakistan for subversive activities. The accused are linked to the Jammu & Kashmir Liberation Front and previous terrorist activities. The court proceedings are set to continue, with a hearing scheduled for October 30.

Fitbit Air launched: Google has launched the Fitbit Air in India, bringing a screenless fitness tracker with round the clock heart rate, sleep and SpO2 monitoring to a segment that already has Noise, Amazfit and Whoop fighting for the same wrist space.

India's National Stock Exchange has received a no-objection certificate to introduce futures contracts linked to a corporate bond index. This initiative, pending approval from the Reserve Bank of India, aims to enhance investor risk management. As the corporate bond market grows, driven by corporate funding needs, the current secondary-market liquidity highlights a demand for better hedging tools.

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer opened a two-day G20 trade ministers' meeting in Milwaukee addressing key issues. During the event, Greer emphasized the need to rethink global trade governance and identified four pressing priorities. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal participated actively, promoting India's position on trade agreements alongside his counterparts. The discussions included initiatives concerning steel overcapacity, forced labour, and the Most-Favoured-Nation

Two SME IPOs, Roopa Screen and Peshwa Wheat, are set to list on the BSE SME platform on October 1. Roopa Screen's shares are commanding a GMP of around 66%, while Peshwa Wheat has no reported GMP. The two IPOs raised a combined Rs 72.72 crore from investors.

The water contamination that resulted in multiple deaths in Bhagirathpura was reviewed by a commission. The commission revealed that systemic failures and negligence led to the incident. Various government officials were implicated for their roles in the contamination. It recommended a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for deceased victims' families. Additionally, the formation of a State Urban Water Supply Authority was suggested to improve the water supply system.

India's fiscal trajectory will increasingly depend on the strength of direct tax collections due to lower customs duties. Indirect tax revenues are constrained by weaker excise collections, which affects overall government finances. Government spending has been front-loaded this fiscal year with significant capital expenditures and subsidies. Primary and fiscal deficits have risen, highlighting concerns regarding fiscal management.