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Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokespersons Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were detained by Delhi Police on Tuesday while attempting to reach Jantar Mantar. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed that party members carrying the national flag had entered the protest site before being detained. Das described the detention as a message to young people, while Ranka posted, Hands Off Jantar Mantar. Dipke criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the sites de-notification, alleging that the move was aimed

South Korea has successfully conducted a test of its domestically developed hypersonic boost-glide vehicle. This new missile system aims to enhance Seoul's ability to target North Korean sites as tensions rise. The hypersonic weapon can also potentially penetrate deeply buried targets, showcasing its destructive power. Similar developments are being pursued by other countries, including the United States and India.

On September 14, Antarctic sea ice reached its peak extent, covering around 17.59 million square kilometres. However, this year marks the third lowest maximum on record, indicating a concerning trend as it falls below the long-term average. The past four winters have each presented historically low sea ice levels, raising urgent questions about future climate impacts driven by this alarming decline in coverage.

In 2010, musician Moby bought Wolfs Lair, a castle-like estate built in 1927 in the Hollywood Hills, for $3.925 million. He restored the 3.3-acre property while preserving its original character and period details. Four years later, he sold the estate for $12.4 million, approximately $8.475 million more than his original purchase price.

Iris Shen, a bright high school student hailing from The Woodlands, Texas, gained acclaim for her groundbreaking research on cancer. She explored a novel drugs effects on clams to study its impact on blood cancer. The results of her experiment suggest new avenues for drug discovery, underlining the need for innovative approaches in medical research. This recognition underscores the crucial role of young scientists in furthering our scientific knowledge.

A Karnataka man working in South Korea faced an income tax notice over his salary deposited in an NRE account in India. The Income Tax Assessing Officer claimed the salary was taxable in India due to his employment. However, the ITAT Bangalore found that the man had established his non-resident status.

The IMF has put India back in the global growth spotlight. Its October outlook projects 7% GDP growth for India in FY26 and FY27, raising the forecast as resilient domestic demand and strong services activity offset higher oil prices and global uncertainty. Favourable demographics, a large domestic market and structural reforms are adding to the momentum. China remains a major engine, but its growth is expected to slow to 4.5% in 2026 and 4% in 2027. The wider world is moving at a much slower pa

Iran has sharply escalated tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, with reports that the IRGC launched anti-ship ballistic missiles from Yazd toward the UAEs Fujairah area.The development came as Tehran increased pressure on shipping through the strait, warned vessels against using unauthorised routes and threatened wider action against U.S.-linked infrastructure in the Gulf if the conflict intensifies.

Protests are sweeping across Azerbaijan as students and teachers react to newly imposed restrictions on wearing the hijab in schools. This controversy arose from changes in school uniform policies, igniting intense discussions about religious rights versus educational regulations. The government's stance underscores a commitment to secular education, yet many voices are calling for greater respect for individual religious beliefs within the academic sphere.

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh completed his final sortie on the Tejas aircraft during Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026. The exercise included multinational participation, highlighting operational capabilities and improving joint training. Singh has a long-standing association with the Tejas as a test pilot and has extensive flying experience. His tenure as IAF chief will end on October 31, after significant contributions to the Air Force.

A drone assault near the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria led to one ship's sinking and damage to another. The Maltese-flagged Chelsea 3 was impacted, but all crew members were rescued unharmed. Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev labeled the attacks intolerable and emphasized maritime security concerns. Similar incidents were recorded earlier in the month, highlighting rising threats to commercial shipping.

Character.ai, the AI company known for its chatbots, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company aims to sell its assets with a proposed auction process led by Disney. Character.ai's board believes this method will maximize value for its stakeholders during the sale. Earlier discussions for partnerships with Meta and Elon Musk's xAI occurred in 2024.

Shaun Pollock has raised an intriguing idea about the use of pink balls in daytime Test matches to combat delays from poor light conditions. His proposal came after weather interruptions plagued the first Test between South Africa and Australia in Durban. While cricket's governing body permits pink balls in daytime matches with both captains' approval, Ashwell Prince advocates for the traditional red ball due to varying team experiences.

Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are seeing ome fluctuations recently, influenced by geopolitical tensions and economic data. Recent attacks on Saudi Arabia have raised concerns about regional stability and oil prices. The US Dollar has strengthened, impacting gold prices and local currencies like the rupee. Expectations of future Fed rate hikes present additional challenges for gold.

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Cristiano Ronaldo edged closer to the monumental milestone of 1,000 career goals by netting a goal for Al-Nassr in their AFC Champions League match. Although security alerts caused a postponement against Neftchi Fergana, which caused discomfort among fans and players, Al-Nassr clinched a 3-1 victory with Ronaldo being instrumental. A pending dispute with the Portuguese Football Federation, however, looms over him.

A 29-year-old software engineer from Suryapet district died by suicide at Golf Edge Apartments in Hyderabad. He had recently moved into a rented flat just two days before the incident occurred. A security guard found him on the ground and notified the residents of the apartment complex. He was later shifted to a private hospital, where he was declared dead.

The Madras high court ruled that the resignations of six AIADMK MLAs were valid and voluntary. The speaker's acceptance of the resignations was deemed constitutionally appropriate under the Tenth Schedule. The court clarified that resignation and disqualification are separate constitutional processes within the governing framework. Additionally, it mandated the speaker to resolve pending disqualification proceedings within two months.

Yemens Houthis claimed another ballistic missile strike on Riyadhs King Khalid International Airport as Saudi Arabia reported a fresh wave of incoming missiles and drones and kept the capitals main airport closed.The renewed attack came days after a deadly strike on the same airport, deepening aviation disruption across the kingdom as the Houthis warned international airlines against using Saudi airports and airspace.

Israel is reportedly seeking a greater military role in Yemen, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pursuing Saudi Arabias approval to join the campaign against Ansarallah, according to Haaretz. However, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is said to oppose Israeli participation over concerns about domestic public reaction. The reported move also carries diplomatic implications, as Netanyahu reportedly hopes military cooperation could improve relations with Riyadh and bring a future normali

Mark Zuckerberg recently shared insights about his hefty investments in artificial intelligence, sparking debate over the technologys viability. Alexandr Wang, Meta's chief AI officer, suggested uncertainty may linger around research progress projected for late 2025. Despite initial hurdles, Meta's Muse AI app remarkably resonated with users, breaking download records post-launch.

The case involved a tenant, who rented a 238.38 sq. ft shop in 2014 from a couple in Delhi. The agreed monthly rent was Rs 25,500. However, the 11-month rent agreement was never registered. The tenant subsequently claimed that he had paid the landlords Rs 10 lakh in cash as a security deposit between November 2016 and March 2017.

US President Donald Trump is reportedly having second thoughts about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseths controversial plan to livestream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, as backlash grows across Washington. According to Axios, Trump has privately expressed doubts after receiving criticism from Republican and Democratic lawmakers, along with advisers inside and outside the White House. Hasan, a former Army major convicted of killing 13 people in the 2009 Fort Hood attack, is scheduled

Kyiv is facing alarming reports of a ballistic missile attack after six Russian missiles allegedly struck the Ukrainian capital without a prior air alert. Ukrainian sources have reportedly raised concerns over a possible US intelligence-sharing suspension that could undermine early warnings of incoming Russian missiles. The claims follow an alleged Washington ultimatum linking intelligence support to Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries. The reported strikes and intelligence cutoff remain

In a significant ruling, a consumer commission in Kerala has mandated Popular Vehicles & Services Ltd to replace a Maruti Invicto car due to undisclosed repainted parts before delivery. Evidence indicated the vehicle had sustained damage, leading to unexpected repair costs. With the dealer unresponsive to the buyer's complaints, the commission deemed this a clear deficiency of service and directed compliance within 30 days.

Around 300 residents of Batam island protested against water shortages that disrupted their daily lives. They accused data centres of depleting local freshwater resources amidst the ongoing water crisis. The local water utility has promised improvements, but concerns continue to grow regarding water access. Authorities have instructed data centre companies to establish their own desalination plants to alleviate pressure on reservoirs.

Lalremsiami Hmarzote made history by clinching gold at the Asian Games in women's hockey, a pivotal accomplishment for her and her team. She scored vital goals, particularly in the final against China. Remembering her late father, who was her source of motivation, Hmarzote is now determined to inspire young girls in Mizoram to take up hockey and chase their sporting dreams as the Indian women's team eyes the Olympics.