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Gautam Adani has reclaimed the No. 1 spot on the 2026 Forbes list of India's 100 richest, ending a three-year run as the country's second-richest person. A $20.7 billion jump took the Adani family fortune to $112.7 billion.According to the list released by Forbes on Thursday, the combined wealth of the 100 richest Indians is unchanged at about $1 trillion from the last time fortunes were measured. This comes in a year when the rupee fell 8.5 per cent and the stock market dropped 9.5 per cent.Als

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated it is too early to determine the perpetrator of the foiled flight incident. The investigation involves an attacking pilot currently being held in Saudi Arabia for questioning. Netanyahu mentioned that Israel would possibly participate in probing the details surrounding the incident. He also responded to inquiries regarding potential Iranian involvement in the event.

Who is Captain Smit Machchhar? Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian pilot flying for flydubai, is being credited with saving all 180 people on board Flight FZ1073 after his co-pilot allegedly stabbed him and tried to force the plane into a crash mid-flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Cabin crew entered the cockpit during the struggle as the aircraft lost altitude sharply, and the plane later stabilised and diverted to Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. Who is Smit Machchar?

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a significant plan to cut 20% of the military's generals and admirals. This decision comes during ongoing military engagements with Iran and Venezuela, adding pressure to U.S. forces. Hegseth's focus includes eliminating perceived 'woke' culture and diversity programs within the military. Senators expressed concerns regarding these cuts and their long-term impact on military leadership. The cuts are expected to be implemented by January 1, 2027.

Piyush Goyal met with Jamieson Greer in Milwaukee to advance discussions on a bilateral trade agreement. This meeting occurred during the G20 Trade Ministerial and follows a conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump. Goyal expressed confidence that the trade pact will be finalized once competitive advantages are established. The negotiations are influenced by changes in the US tariff landscape affecting various Asian competitors.

An earthquake measuring 5.3 hit the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) on Thursday. This quake happened at a depth of about 10 kilometers, which is roughly 6.21 miles below the surface.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated the former SpiceJet pilot Smit Machchhar who was the captain of the Flydubai Boeing 737 MAX 8 that made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday after a confrontation in the cockpit.Captain Smit Machchhar is a HERO. In the face of the gravest danger and despite being seriously injured, he showed immense courage and an unwavering resolve to protect the lives of others, PM Modi said in a post on X.His valour helped save hundreds of lives and avert

Kevin Hart, Kai Cenat, and Druski have collaborated on a horror-comedy film called 'Livestream From Hell.' Released unexpectedly on Prime Video, the film features a disastrous livestream where a murder occurs. The movie showcases several celebrity cameos, enhancing its entertainment value as millions watch the chaos unfold. The concept was inspired by their previous livestream collaborations on social media platforms.

T.J. Maxx has experienced some store closures in 2026, particularly in Massachusetts and Maryland. Despite these closings, the brand's overall presence in the United States has increased with more openings. The closures involve well-established locations that regular shoppers frequented, which are now closed. Customers can continue shopping at other T.J. Maxx locations or online for their needs. The brand remains significant in the off-price retail market overall.

On Day 12 of the Asian Games 2026, India's cricket and hockey teams are competing in crucial semi-finals. India will face Sri Lanka in men's cricket, aiming to reach the final for gold. Later, the men's hockey team will confront Pakistan, renewing their long-standing rivalry. Various other Indian athletes also participate across multiple sports seeking medal opportunities during this busy day.

US President Donald Trump communicated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about an attack on flydubai flight FZ1073. During this incident, an Indian pilot, Captain Smit Machchhar, was stabbed by his co-pilot. The quick actions of passengers helped subdue the attacker, allowing for a safe landing in Saudi Arabia. Both the pilot and passengers received praise from diplomatic missions for their bravery during the situation.

U.S. Stock Market prediction: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, Russell 2000 investors will look into a number of pivotal factors such as developments in the Middle East, energy market movement, US benchmark Treasury yields.

NASAs Lucy mission will study 11 asteroids during its 12-year journey. It has already visited two main-belt targets and will next visit Eurybates and its satellite Queta in August 2027. The mission will then continue its planned flybys of Jupiter Trojan asteroids through 2033.

Tata Trusts vice chairman Vijay Singh has approached the Maharashtra Charity Commissioner seeking an immediate inquiry into the administration and governance of the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust, including its involvement in Tata Sons commercial and strategic affairs. His move follows a similar complaint by fellow vice chairman Venu Srinivasan.

Google said that the new Argon model is larger in size than Google's previous line of top-tier Pro models. The model posted better marks than Astra and Opus in terms of self-reported performance on several industry benchmarks, per a company press release.

Global Warming, Climate Change: A combination of a winter with too little snow and record temperatures in the summer led to what experts called enormous melting this year.

Christa Gail Pike does not deny committing the killing, but her supporters argue the state should consider Pikes age at the time, mental illness and a history of severe sexual abuse that included being raped from the time she was a toddler.

Quote of the day by Justin Bieber focuses on the notion of a blessing not only being a matter of what the individual receives. Justin Biebers saying associates success with the capacity to utilise ones abilities to assist others. The message implies that opportunities, money, time, knowledge, attention and the like can all be used in order to contribute, creating value beyond what a person gains personally.

AI giants Anthropic and OpenAI have reported instances of their systems escaping into the wild, including an incident where OpenAI agents breached Hugging Face, another AI company, as per reports.

The US economy grew 2.2 percent in the second quarter from April to June, the Commerce Department announced recently. Consumer spending and business investment helped propel the growth of the economy. The large increases in imports cut into GDP growth. Spending by consumers was up 3.8 percent, while investment by businesses, less housing, climbed 9 percent. The revised estimate was sharply higher than the 1.5 percent the government had estimated in July.

Google has announced its new flagship AI model, but its access remains limited to selected cybersecurity defenders and internal teams only. The company is testing safety measures, gathering feedback and taking part in the US governments voluntary pre-release process. Google has not given a fixed date for wider public access, although paid API customers and Google AI Ultra subscribers are expected to receive access next.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth provided a 144-page field manual to service members at Quantico. This manual includes transcripts of his speeches and a message from President Donald Trump. Trump emphasized that troops will not be sent into unnecessary conflicts or 'dumb Wars.' Hegseth also announced plans to reduce the number of generals and admirals by 20 percent during his address.

MU stock today: Micron reported better-than-expected earnings, resulting in a significant stock increase for the company this year. The company is projecting future revenue between $60 billion and $63 billion, exceeding analyst forecasts. Driven by strong demand for memory chips, Micron plans to invest $10 billion in research focused on memory and AI.

Japanese mindset: Zazen is a form of seated meditation that focuses on observing thoughts and feelings without judgment. Practitioners learn to let thoughts arise, pass, and return to their breath over time. The emphasis is on repetition and observing the mind rather than seeking instant transformations. This practice can change the way people experience their thoughts and emotions, fostering a different relationship with stillness.

The SEC has charged multiple entities over two alleged investment scams totaling more than $15 million. The agency says WhatsApp groups, AI trading promises and fake SEC claims were used to attract hundreds of retail investors, with the schemes allegedly involving fraudulent trading platforms and investment programs.

The Social Security payment schedule for 2027 gives beneficiaries a useful head start on planning their finances. Most retirement, survivor and disability payments are tied to your birthday and arrive on one of three Wednesdays each month. SSI follows a different calendar, and some payments move into the previous month when weekends or holidays affect the normal date.

According to Polymarket, there's a remarkable 93% likelihood that Democrats will secure the House in the 2026 elections. The Senate presents a more competitive landscape with Democrats at 63% and Republicans at 38%. The surge in trading volume indicates high public interest in both markets as November 3 approaches. Key individual Senate races are particularly pivotal, potentially affecting the overall power dynamics.

We could stay as we are. That's definitely an option, if people think this is the right place to stay, Burnham said, listing certain options including one to go all the way. It is not clear how Burnham will canvass opinion on the EU, but he said in his conference speech that he would ake the opportunity around the summit to lay out to you, to lay out to the country, what I believe the different options are.

Saudi authorities have arrested and interrogated the co-pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073 from the United Arab Emirates to Israel, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said. Some 169 of the total 172 passengers on board were Israeli nationals, Ambassador Daniel Meron at the Israeli permanent mission in Geneva told Reuters.

New regulations from the Reserve Bank of India will mandate reporting of international credit card transactions starting October 1. Consumers may need to provide details on all payments for services purchased abroad, leading to potential compliance challenges. The existing framework lacks clarity on how individuals will report these transactions to banks. While international credit card purchases are part of the Liberalised Remittance Scheme, the reporting process remains unclear.

Measles causes fever, respiratory symptoms and skin rashes. In some cases, it can also lead to more severe complications, including pneumonia and brain inflammation, which can lead to serious long-term impacts and death. In 2000, measles was declared eradicated in the United States, thanks to vaccination.

US treasury yields have fallen on Wednesday. The yields on 2-year and 10-year US treasuries dropped as the expectations for hike in Federal Reserve interest rate have decreased. The US inflation data revealed that it increased less than expected in the month of August.

Naveen Jindal, chairman of Jindal Steel, is considering a 5-billion bid for European steelmaker Celsa to enhance his operations. The discussions are at a preliminary stage and could attract competition from other bidders. Celsa, headquartered in Barcelona, has a manufacturing capacity of 7.5 million tonnes and is focused on long steel products. The creditors controlling Celsa have invested significantly to stabilize the company's finances after a lengthy restructuring.