Product which failed every time: Shivraj mocks Rahul for 'expiry date' remark
Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan responded to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's prediction about the BJP's decline. Chouhan called Gandhi's remarks laughable, labeling him a failed product. Gandhi addressed a public gathering in Goa, urging voters to support Congress in the upcoming elections. He accused BJP leaders of corruption and electoral malpractice during his speech at the Congresss Goy Rakhon Yatra event.
Mbappe, Yamal and Raphinha lead the way for most goals + assists in Europe in 2026-27
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Actress Bhumi Pednekkar recently attended the World Economic Forums annual meeting for future leaders in Dubai, where she marked an important milestone by graduating from the Young Global Leaders (YGL) community, Class of 2024. The actress shared a series of pictures from the gathering on social media, along with a note reflecting on her experience and the connections she has made through the community. Describing the past few days as fulfilling, rejuvenating and full of purpose, Bhumi spoke about the opportunity to meet people from different fields who share a common goal of making a positive difference in the world. I always walk away with newer ideas, exciting possibilities, potential collaborations, and friendships that I know will stay with me for a long time. A YGL is always a call away, any city, any time, she wrote. Bhumi Pednekkar reflects on graduating from YGL community Bhumi also shared why this year's gathering was particularly meaningful for her, as she officially graduated from the programme and became a YGL alumna. This year was extra special. I graduated and officially became a YGL Alumni, Class of 2024. While one chapter may have come to a close, the journey, the learning, and the community continue, she said. Reflecting on the people she has met through the initiative, the actress highlighted how the community encourages its members to learn from one another while remaining committed to their individual goals. These are the people who give you wings and encourage you to fly, while also keeping you grounded when you need it most. And perhaps thats what makes this community so special, you leave feeling inspired by what others are doing, challenged to do more yourself, and reminded of how much there still is to learn, she added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bhumi Satish Pednekkar (@bhumisatishpednekkar) Bhumi's work beyond films Alongside her acting career, Bhumi has spoken about issues including gender-based violence and the climate crisis. She has also been associated with efforts to improve access to education, including work towards building a tribal school in Madhya Pradesh. Concluding her note, the actress expressed gratitude for the people she has encountered, the friendships she has formed and the opportunities to continue learning and contributing to causes she cares about. Her latest social media post offered a glimpse into her experience at the Dubai gathering and the significance of completing her journey as a member of the Young Global Leaders community. Also Read:Bhumi Pednekkar marks 3 years of Thank You For Coming: The pure liberation I felt doing this film
The ever entertaining and immensely talented Gulshan Devaiah will next be seen in the light-hearted and adorable film Little Thomas. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Gulshan spoke about what made him sign the film, his fascination with playing unconventional characters, the challenges faced by smaller films in cinemas and a lot more. The first comment on the trailer of Little Thomas on YouTube reads, Gulshan Devaiah portraying a good man!!!!! I must be hallucinatingOr maybe he will turn out to be a baby thief in the end! Clearly, this person hasn't seen Dahaad or 8 AM Metro (2023). Nevertheless, this perception seems to have stuck when it comes to your on-screen performances (Laughs) I guess it's because a lot of my popular roles have been in the negative space. Some people tend to enjoy the bad guys more. It's also fun to play such roles. In fact, people have told me, Aap wohi type ke roles karo. Maza aata hai humko. Dahaad jaisa role mat karo! At the same time, I've received a lot of appreciation for Dahaad, 8 AM Metro, Perfect Family, Badhaai Do (2022), Afsos, etc. But I guess the villainous roles are more memorable for some people, and that's fine. What made you sign Little Thomas? Its innocence. Everybody has gone through childhood, and hence, it's not difficult to relate to this film. It gives you a feel-good feeling as it reminds you of your bygone days. That innocence and sincerity are there in the script. The storytelling also has a childlike quality. Also, my character, Desmond, is like Thomas; bas woh ab bada ho gaya hai! When Desmond was seven, he must have been pretty much like Thomas. That's why you see Desmond worrying about his son in the film (laughs). However, Desmond is also innocent and naive, and I was excited to see how I'd interpret the character. Thirdly, I had seen Kaushal Oza's The Miniaturist Of Junagadh and realized that he is a really good director. It's a well-made film. Then, I met Kaushal. Once you meet the writer-director, you get a better idea of how they envision the film. I liked his vision, and all these factors motivated me to sign Little Thomas. It's refreshing to see a children's film like Little Thomas. We rarely get such films in India, unlike Hollywood, where they're made regularly These films may be described as children's films, but they're watched by everybody. When you go to watch Disney animated movies, you'll find a lot of adults in the audience as well. After all, bacche apne aap film dekhne thodi na jaayenge? They'll be accompanied by their elder siblings or parents. Also, there's a cinema-going culture in India. Hence, though this film is targeted towards children, it'll appeal to everyone. As I said, bachpan toh har kisi ka beeta hai. Surprisingly, Little Thomas has received a U/A 7+ certificate from the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) instead of a U rating I really don't know on what basis they took that decision. There are guidelines, but I don't know how the committee interpreted them. I don't have any details about it. Anyway, we've been having this fight for the longest time. This has been happening since before I was born and will continue long after I'm gone (laughs). Do you fear that cinemas might not give Little Thomas sufficient shows? After all, multiplexes often reduce shows as early as the second day if a film doesn't perform well. This is despite films like Main Vaapas Aaunga and Hanuman Ansh picking up significantly after their opening weekends. Your own film, 8 AM Metro, received unanimously positive word of mouth and might have benefited had exhibitors given it more time See, it's a business decision at the end of the day. We may argue about the exhibitors' responsibility towards cinema, but they also need to pay electricity bills, staff salaries, etc. So, what you're saying is fair, but exhibitors would feel, If audiences aren't coming to see this film, why should I continue playing it for an entire week? I'd rather replace it with something else that's attracting audiences. And it's not just a present-day challenge. Ever since cinema came into existence, it's been difficult to attract audiences for certain films. Even back then, movies failed. Today, we know when a particular Akshay Kumar film bombs at the box office. However, even in the past, when actors were doing eight to ten films a year, they had films that didn't work. The difference is that we don't know their first-day or weekend collections. Hence, I don't want to complain too much because that's always been the case with cinema. It's never been easy to draw audiences. But if a film gets good word of mouth and the publicity is done right, it'll create buzz. The films you mentioned are examples of films that benefited from positive word of mouth. Also Read: Makers of Gulshan Devaiah and Rasika Dugal starrer Little Thomas drop first song Do Guna Zindagi, a childhood joy anthem shot across Goa
Meeting his chaos collaborators: BJP leader takes dig at Rahul Gandhi over foreign trip reports
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on Monday took a swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his reported foreign trip, asking if he is going to meet his chaos collaborators and questioning his absence from India during the Navratri festivities. In a post on X, Bhandari alleged that Gandhi was travelling abroad for a vacation and criticised him over what he described as a lack of focus on political responsibilities. RAHUL GANDHI IS BACK TO DOING WHAT HE DOES BEST: TAKING A BREAK AND ENJOYING A HOLIDAY! Rahul Gandhi is reportedly travelling abroad for a vacation. Rahul Gandhi is not in India! During Navratri, what is Rahul Gandhi doing abroad? Enjoying a break, Meeting his chaos collaborators? A man who spends more time chilling than working - and then shouts, Vote Chori! Bhandari posted. Bhandaris remarks came amid continuing political exchanges between the BJP and the Congress, with leaders from both parties frequently targeting each other over public appearances, political activities and allegations concerning electoral processes. Separately, Uttar Pradesh Minister and Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief Om Prakash Rajbhar also targeted Gandhi on social media, referring to the traditional burning of Ravana effigies during Dussehra celebrations. In his post on X, Rajbhar wrote, Rahul Ji, I heard that you left for a foreign trip last night. Couldn't you witness the burning of your friend Ravana right before your eyes? The claims regarding Gandhis travel were presented in the leaders posts. Neither post, by itself, establishes the details or purpose of his reported trip. The leaders' reactions came a day after Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP leadership of orchestrating alleged electoral irregularities at a rally in Margao, Goa. Addressing a party rally, Gandhi said, Vote chori is an attack on the Constitution and the Congress partys dharma as the party is the guardian of the statute. Gyanesh Kumar and others will face the law and pay a price for what they have done, said Gandhi, challenging the government to file a case against him for his repeated claims about vote theft. I already have 45 cases, including defamation, against me, and I challenge them to file a new case for my vote chori claims. I know they will not do this as filing a case against me on this issue will make the matter legal and expose them, he said.
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European football by the numbers: Yamal
Manchester City maintained their perfect start in the Premier League with a seventh consecutive win, while Barcelona beat Real Betis 5-2 to continue their winning run in LaLiga. Bayern Munich returned to the top of the Bundesliga with a 6-1 victory over RB Leipzig, while Borussia Dortmund dropped points in a goalless draw against Union Berlin.
13 of the most jaw-dropping halfway line goals: Rooney, Kane, Rivaldo, Alonso
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New Delhi [India], October 19: Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company Limited (Canara HSBC Life Insurance) has announced the launch of Global Wealth Plan (UIN: 2026L002V01), an individual, unit-linked, non-participating life insurance-cum-savings plan available through GIFT City. The plan provides customers with access to global investment opportunities through USD-denominated insurance-linked investments, combining long-term wealth creation with life protection. The product is being currently distributed through Policybazaar, extending access to NRI customers on its platform who are seeking USD-denominated investment and protection solutions through GIFT City. A USD-denominated unit-linked life insurance plan, offered through GIFT City, provides access to global equity, precious metals like Gold/Silver and debt funds across three plan options tailored to different financial goals.
An MBA from the esteemed Xavier Institute of Management is typically anticipated to create pathways to rewarding job prospects. Nonetheless, for a Delhi-based HR expert, the qualification resulted in an unforeseen choice. Instead of seeking another lucrative position, she left her high-salary job in the capital and moved to Goa. Her decision was not prompted by a new job prospect nor meant to be a vacation.
Punjab FC look to build on winning start as Mumbai City seek ISL response
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) Punjab FC will look to maintain their early momentum when they host Mumbai City FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Monday, while the Islanders will be eager to register their first points of the MG Indian Super League 2026-27 season after suffering an opening-day setback. Punjab made a dramatic start to their campaign, with Raphael Messi Bouli scoring in the opening minute and striking again in stoppage time to secure a 2-1 victory over Odisha FC. The result handed head coach Pavlos Dermitzakis three points in his first match in charge, but the Greek tactician has warned against reading too much into the opening result. There is no advantage for any team, Dermitzakis said, emphasising that teams are still working towards establishing their identity at this stage of the season. He also acknowledged the challenge posed by Mumbai City, who will be determined to respond after losing 2-1 to Churchill Brothers SC. With three consecutive away league fixtures awaiting Punjab after Mondays contest, the hosts will be keen to make home advantage count. However, a short turnaround between matches has limited their preparation time, making discipline and efficient recovery crucial. Mumbai City, meanwhile, will aim to address the shortcomings that cost them points in their opening fixture. Despite creating opportunities early against Churchill Brothers, the Islanders struggled to convert their possession into goals before conceding twice in the second half. Head coach Manolo Marquez remains confident that his side can recover from the disappointment, stressing that the outcome of an opening match need not dictate the course of an entire campaign. Its not how you start, its always how you finish the season, Marquez said. Defender Carlos Delgado expects a closely contested encounter and believes Mumbai must be sharper in the decisive moments. Having watched Punjab overcome Odisha, he highlighted the hosts attacking threat and stressed the importance of winning individual duels, competing for second balls and maintaining defensive organisation. The games will be equal, very tough for both, Delgado said, suggesting that a small detail could ultimately determine the result. Mondays fixture also offers Punjab an opportunity to avenge their previous meeting with Mumbai, who won 2-0 in New Delhi in May after Valpuia and Vikram Partap Singh scored late against a nine-man Punjab side. With Punjab aiming to consolidate their promising start and Mumbai chasing a response, both sides face an early test of their ambitions for the new season.
South Korea's first lady Kim says hopes Korean adoptees will grow closer to homeland
Digital Desk | Seoul, Oct 19 (IANS) South Korea's first lady Kim Hea Kyung on Monday expressed hope that Koreans adopted overseas would grow closer to their motherland and keep good memories of it. The first lady made the remarks in her speech at the opening ceremony of a Seoul gathering of the International Korean Adoptee Associations (IKAA), which brought together Korean adoptees from around the world to connect and build a community. South Korea may be viewed differently by each of you. To some, it may be a foreign country. To others it may be a homeland long longed for, the first lady said. It may also be a place you are visiting with many questions in search of your roots and identity, Yonhap News Agency reported. No matter how you came, I hope that you can grow closer to the homeland and create valuable new connections on this occasion, Kim added, expressing hope that the visiting adoptees would also experience the country's autumn, cuisine and other attractions. I wish that the vibe, allure and beauty of the motherland will stay in your memories for a long time. IKAA President Tommy Gentzel stressed that relations between Korean adoptees and South Korea have unlimited potential. For that potential to blossom, the sufferings of Korean adoptees should be recognised, while actions toward reconciliation should also be taken, Gentzel said. The head of the IKAA called on South Korea and relevant institutions to take action toward that goal, urging them to provide the necessary resources and assistance to help adoptees find their biological families, which may require taking DNA tests. On Sunday, South Korea's Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said that the government will strive to lay the groundwork for the resumption of dialogue between Seoul and Pyongyang and seek peaceful coexistence. Efforts will be made to open the door for dialogue between South Korea and North Korea and to hold talks on peace and joint prosperity, Han said, as she attended a presidential sporting competition for displaced North Korean residents held in Seoul. She called inter-Korean division a eality, also highlighting that the pains of displaced residents and separated families are ongoing. Our efforts to open the road to peaceful coexistence of South Korea and North Korea cannot stop, said the prime minister, asking for the participants' support in establishing peace and thanking them for contributing to South Korea's economic development and democratisation.
Rahul Gandhi's family real naam chor: Telangana BJP chief hits back at vote chori claims
Digital Desk | Telangana, Oct 19 (IANS) Telangana BJP State President N. Ramchander Rao on Monday launched a sharp attack on Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha and senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his repeated allegations of vote chori, accusing him of misleading the public despite clarifications from the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the Supreme Court. Reacting to Gandhis recent remarks targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, Rao questioned the Congress leaders credibility and alleged that he had repeatedly made misleading statements. Again and again, Rahul Gandhi is misleading the people with regard to vote chori and says that PM Modi, Shah, and Gyanesh will have to pay a price for it. The Gandhi family, Rahul Gandhis family, first of all, they are the chor; they are naam chor. They have stolen the name of Gandhi. And these people are now speaking about vote chori. This is nothing but misleading the people, in spite of several clarifications by the Election Commission and the court, the Supreme Court itself. Rahul Gandhi shamelessly goes around the country and speaks of vote chori, Rao told IANS. Rao also asserted that India would not witness the kind of violence seen in neighbouring countries, alleging that some political leaders were attempting to promote unrest in pursuit of egime change. What has happened in Nepal and Bangladesh cannot be repeated or happen in India. Though the CJP leaders, and the Congress leaders, and people like Prashant Bhushan may say that they are fighting for regime change by creating violence, India will never accept violence. India is a democratic country; people have a democratic temperament. And today, what has happened even in France, which we have seen, the violence has been escalated there, violence has been sponsored there, and it is the foreign powers who are sponsoring all these people. India can never play to the foreign powers tune, he said. Earlier on Sunday, describing the Congress as guardian of the Constitution, Rahul Gandhi launched a fresh attack on the government and CEC Gyanesh Kumar for what he called vote chori, promising to bring the culprits to book. Addressing a party rally at Margao in Goa, Gandhi said, Vote chori is an attack on the Constitution and the Congress partys dharma as the party is the guardian of the statute. Gyanesh Kumar and others will face the law and pay a price for what they have done, said Gandhi, challenging the government to file a case against him for his repeated claims about vote theft. I already have 45 cases, including defamation, against me, and I challenge them to file a new case for my vote chori claims. I know they will not do this as filing a case against me on this issue will make the matter legal and expose them, he said. Gandhi said those who have indulged in vote theft are experiencing sleepless nights in Delhi as they know that they will have to face the Congress someday.
Remembering Manual Frederick: Keralas First Olympic Medalist in Hockey
Manual Frederick, Keralas first Olympic medalist, made history in hockey. He won bronze in 1972, showcasing his remarkable skills as a goalkeeper. Remembering Manual Frederick: Keralas First Olympic Medalist in Hockey
Brighton's Diego Gomez channels Beckham with stunning halfway-line goal
Diego Gomez hit it like Beckham. Collecting the ball near the halfway line, the Brighton midfielder advanced just inside Crystal Palace's half and launched a 50-meter shot over stranded goalkeeper Walter Benitez and into the net for a spectacular goal in the seventh minute of the Premier League match at Amex Stadium on Sunday. The Paraguay international's shot revived memories of a strike from a similar range from David Beckham when playing for Manchester United against Wimbledon on the opening day of the 1996-97 Premier League season. It remains one of English soccer's most famous goals and thrusted Beckham into the global spotlight. Gomez's goal put Brighton 2-0 ahead against its biggest rival - and the team went 3-0 up three minutes later before running out a 5-0 winner. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler said Gomez tried a similar effort in the 2-0 win at Sunderland last weekend. There the wind wasn't perfect for this try, Hurzeler said. Now the wind was better for him. I'
Miamis Messi nets brace, bags assist in 3-1 win over Atlanta
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EPL talking points: Grit, goals and growing pressure
Chelsea and Liverpool are in the top five after victories, while free-scoring Brighton dazzled in a 5-0 mauling of fierce rivals Crystal Palace that leaves them third in the table.
Ferran Torres, an abs-olute stunner!
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Mbappe's Brace Powers Real Madrid To Victory Against Sevilla
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Rinku Singh Slams Second Consecutive Ranji Trophy Ton, Fans Blast BCCI For Ignoring Him
Rinku Singh, who represents Uttar Pradesh, scored 112 against Bihar and followed it up with an unbeaten 118 against Goa.
Accenture may exit China after unsolicited offer as investors debate its AI future
Accenture is reportedly exploring the sale of its China division, potentially worth $1.5 billion. This strategic move comes amid unsolicited inquiries, aiming to prioritize growth markets. Fluctuations in Accenture's stock highlight concerns over its artificial intelligence strategies and automation efforts. The planned divestiture could facilitate reinvestment in long-term goals, particularly in bolstering AI capabilities. Analysts express a positive outlook on future prospects within Accenture's extensive market presence.
Trump says Zelensky 'doesn't want to end this war' after Ukraine hits Russian terminal
Ukraine launched one of its biggest drone attacks this year on Russia overnight on Saturday, hitting a key oil terminal in defiance of US President Donald Trumps demand it stop hitting Russian energy infrastructure. There have been growing tensions between Ukraine and the US in recent days, prompting fears in Kyiv it could lose essential support as it approaches another winter under relentless Russian attack. Trump on Friday invoked a waiver exempting Russia from sweeping economic penalties mandated by the US Congress. President Volodymyr Zelensky later told NBC News Meet the Press the US siding with Russia would be a historic mistake. Smoke rises above the city following an air attack on the oil terminal in Saint Petersburg, Russia, on October 18, 2026 - AFP/Getty Images Trump said in a Truth Social post on Sunday that he doesnt want to do anything that will drive Russia away from negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, adding that he believes great progress is being made. At the same time, he excoriated Zelensky, saying that he doesnt want to end this war, and probably never did. I am in the process of negotiating Peace in the war between Russia and Ukraine, and dont want to do anything that will drive, foolishly, Russia away from the bargaining table, Trump wrote. Despite this, the Ukrainian president said he spoke to US envoy, Steve Witkoff and Trumps son-in-law Jared Kushner on Sunday as part of nonstop communication to work towards to goal of peace. We are doing everything on our part to make this happen, and to ensure that Americas position is strong and helps bring peace closer, Zelensky posted on X . But Ukraine is keeping up long-range strikes into Russia. Russias defense ministry said it shot down 1,015 Ukrainian drones overnight into Sunday over various parts of the country. One target was the St. Petersburg Oil Terminal, according to Russian authorities. The terminal can handle up to 12.5 million tons per year. Ukraines Fire Point company, which makes the drones used in the attack, said there was a fire on the terminals grounds following the strike. A logistics centers in St. Petersburg was also attacked, according to Ozon, a Russian distribution company, as well as a data center for the Russian VKontakte social media platform. One person was killed and five wounded in the attacks, with residential homes damaged as well, according to local authorities. They shot one down right above us: there was one bright flash, and it shook us up quite strongly, a 41-year old resident of St. Petersburg told CNN. I heard a roar, got everyone out of their beds, took the cat, and we hid in the bathroom, another said. A deepening spat Ukraines strikes come amid Zelenskys deteriorating relationship with Trump, who last week called Kyivs strikes on Russian oil refineries a disgrace. A week ago, Trump said Russia and Ukraine had agreed to stop attacking each others energy infrastructure, as the White House tries to relieve pressure on oil and diesel prices ahead of crucial midterm elections. Neither Kyiv nor Moscow acknowledged such an agreement. Ukraine briefly halted such attacks, but has since resumed them while Russia never stopped pounding Ukraines energy plants and cities. Eleven people were killed and nearly 50 injured across Ukraine in Russian missile and drone attacks in the 24 hours to Sunday morning, according to Ukrainian authorities, including what they called a massive attack on energy facilities in the Odesa region. Since the American President announced the energy ceasefire a week ago, Russia has deliberately attacked Ukraines energy and oil and gas sectors 76 times, Zelensky wrote on X Sunday. People watch the burning oil terminal following an air attack in Saint Petersburg, Russia, on October 18, 2026. - AFP/Getty Images Trump has waived sanctions on imports of Russian diesel and on Friday invoked a waiver exempting Russia from sweeping economic penalties mandated by the US Congress, sparking criticism even from Republicans . In an interview Sunday with Meet the Press, Zelensky said the waiver strengthened Putins war against Ukraine while Moscow was failing on the battlefield. He said it was more support for Russian aggression. Zelensky also repeated that the Ukrainian militarys access to the Starlink system to guide its short-range and battlefield drones was still curtailed. It was a message from the American government to limit the speed at which Ukrainian drones could fly, Zelensky said. The Trump administration has denied it ordered the service restricted. Zelensky said that intelligence sharing had been blocked by the US side for three days during ballistic missile attacks but had since been restored. US satellite networks have been critical in providing the Ukrainian military with warnings of incoming missiles. A Ukrainian source told CNN there was no early warning before a ballistic missile attack on Kyiv on Sunday. This is the third time in a week there has not been an early warning. Zelensky was also asked about Trumps comments that he was more difficult to deal with than Russian President Vladimir Putin and replied it was better to have partners who are very open and clear than to have those who are killers, even with a smile on their face. Zelensky said he wanted to trust Trump and hoped he would change his attitude to Putin. Asked if Trump was an ally of Ukraine, Zelensky said: I hope so. Daria Tarasova, Julia Benbrook and Jennifer Hanlser 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/2026/10/18/europe/ukraine-russia-drone-attack-trump-intl
Kylian Mbappe scored a beautiful goal and converted a penalty kick to help Real Madrid beat Sevilla 4-1 despite the absence of the suspended Vinicius Junior in the Spanish league on Sunday.
Anthropic commits 5% of its stock to new 'public benefit' fund ahead of IPO
Anthropic said it is committing 5 per cent of its shares to a new public benefit fund, with the fund's worth potentially increasing as its shares grow in value. The shares will go to the Anthropic Public Benefit Fund, a new entity within the company, it said on Sunday. The fund will have increased flexibility and scale, enabling us to pursue our mission in new ways: for example, we might explore large donations to traditional nonprofits or direct distributions to specific populations, Anthropic said in a blog post. It gave labour market impacts as an example, saying that while it has already committed USD 200 million to study the effects of artificial intelligence, given the pace of AI progress, bolder approaches may be needed. CEO Dario Amodei and the company's five other co-founders established Anthropic as a public benefit corporation, a designation that for-profit companies select to balance financial goals and social impact. They have also pledged that they will donate 8
Nations seek reset at UN talks as nature goals off track
Nearly 200 nations are gathering in Armenia on Monday for critical negotiations as governments come under pressure to salvage a landmark nature pact whose goals are slipping out of reach
CEC Kargil signals intent to resign following Sankoo district announcement
Kargil, Oct 18: In a dramatic turn of political events, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, has signalled his intent to step down from his post. The announcement came during public celebrations following the official declaration of Sankoo as Ladakhs eighth district. Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon announced that he intended to resign from his post as Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of LAHDC Kargil in the coming days. The Kargil Autonomous Hill Development Council, the only elected body surviving in the Union Territory of Ladakh, has got a temporary reprieve as it is likely to continue its functions till delimitation of the constituencies carved out of it in three other Councils including Zanskar, Drass and Sham and now Sankoo, is completed. Addressing in Sankoo, Dr Akhoon expressed satisfaction over the fulfilment of his long-standing objective of securing district status for Sankoo, a demand that was pursued for the better administration and development of the region. He extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi; Union Home Minister Amit Shah; Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena; the Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra, Member of Parliament Ladakh, Haji Mohammad Haneefa Jan and other concerned officials of the UT administration of Ladakh and the members of Anjuman-e-Sahib Zaman for their contributions and support in making the announcement possible. However, Dr Akhoons intent to resign also comes amidst evolving political dynamics within the LAHDC-Kargil coalition framework. Elected as CEC in October 2023 under a power-sharing arrangement between the National Conference (NC) and the Congress party, the agreement stipulated a rotation of the councils top office after two and a half years. Having completed that milestone alongside recent political developments, Dr Akhoon indicated that achieving district status for Sankoo marked a natural high note to wrap up his present tenure as head of the council. This historic milestone fulfills a long-cherished dream of the people of Sankoo and brings governance directly to their doorstep, Dr Akhoon stated, during his address, emphasising that his primary focus had always been delivering key administrative and developmental goals for the region. The creation of Sankoo as a separate administrative district expands Ladakh's total district count to eight, following broader structural reorganisations, including the notification of new tehsils and boundary readjustments across the territory. Local political observers note that Dr Akhoons formal submission of resignation would clear the way for administrative restructuring in the Hill Council and initiate the selection process for the next CEC of Kargil. Further formal updates regarding the leadership transition in the LAHDC-Kargil are expected in the coming days. Notably, in July this year, the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) expelled Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, the Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, from the primary membership of the party for anti-party activities and open indiscipline. The drastic action taken by the party high command came after months of escalating friction within the local I.N.D.I.A bloc alliance, culminating in Dr Akhoons outright refusal to honour a pre-election rotational power-sharing agreement with the Indian National Congress (INC). Notably, the council is currently governed by an alliance between the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference and the Indian National Congress, which assumed office after securing a decisive mandate in the council elections held in October 2023. The alliance collectively won 22 out of 26 seats, with the National Conference securing 12 and the Congress winning 10, while the Bharatiya Janta Party and independent candidates won two seats each. As part of the coalition understanding reached at the time, both parties agreed to a rotational arrangement for the post of Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), the head of the councils executive body. Under this arrangement, the leadership was to be shared for fixed durations during the councils term. Though the term of the incumbent CEC Kargil ended on April 18, however, so far, he hasnt resigned as CEC prompting the Congress party to move a no confidence motion.
Madueke's 'anger and conviction' shows he's more than a 'finisher'
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PIX: Arsenal Pip Forest with Late Goal; Leeds Hold Man United
Brighton thrashed Crystal Palace 5-0, inspired by Diego Gomez's spectacular halfway-line strike, while Manchester United drew 1-1 with Leeds and Bournemouth beat Sunderland 2-0 in Premier League action.
From 'Forbidden Planet' To Hollywood: John Carpenter Reveals The Dream That Changed His Life
Legendary filmmaker John Carpenter is reflecting on the childhood dream that set him on the path to becoming a director. Speaking about his journey, Carpenter recalled watching the 1956 science-fiction film Forbidden Planet when he was just eight years old. The experience left such a lasting impression that he knew he wanted to make movies. Carpenter also opened up about growing up in Kentucky, where people viewed his ambitious dream with disbelief. Recalling how others thought he was crazy for wanting to become a filmmaker, he explained why their opinions never stopped him from pursuing his goal.
RSS social work is most impactful, a source of inspiration for youth: German politician Rahul Kumar
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) On the occasion of the centenary year of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Rahul Kumar, Deputy Head of the city of Frankfurt in Germany and the first person of Indian origin to become an Asian City Parliament member, highly praised the organisations social work in connection with the book Hundred Years Young: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. Asked about his experience with the RSS and which aspects of its work had influenced him the most in the context of the book, the German politician said, The social work of the RSS is the most impactful thing, especially for the youth. Here in Germany, we do not have the RSS; we have the HSS, and it is working here in Europe and in Germany as well. Since I was a child, I have been watching their activities. They organise cultural programmes and take up many projects for the youth. This was very impactful for me and also for my elder brother. Commenting on the book Hundred Years Young: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, Rahul Kumar said, This book is perhaps an inspiration for the youth. If they read that a person of Indian origin has become the first Indian Asian City Parliament member in an international city like Frankfurt, it will be an inspiration. My goal was to give this spiritual and inspirational feeling that is in our blood; we have to feel it. In every Indian, in every person of Indian origin, there is the feeling of Bharat Mata, and you have to feel it. And I think then all the challenges that come in the future will not be as difficult as they were earlier. When asked how his personal experiences had helped him understand the RSS better and whether direct dialogue and conversation could help people develop a deeper understanding of the organisation, Rahul Kumar said that to feel the warmth of water, one has to step into the water. Therefore, to know about the RSS or the HSS, one has to connect with people. For me, RSS means Right, Seva and Satsang, he said. On the RSS completing 100 years and its contribution to nation-building, social service, discipline and the development of leadership qualities among the youth, Rahul Kumar said, It has been a long journey, but I think it was not an easy journey for the organisation because they faced many challenges. Completing 100 years while walking on the same path of humanity, service and culture is not easy. So, I feel that completing these 100 years is a big achievement for me, for the RSS and for the entire community as well. On India-Germany relations, Rahul said the ties are very friendly. There are frequent visits of delegations from both sides. I think two months ago the Chief Minister of our state of Hessen was in Maharashtra. He signed state-level agreements. One and a half years ago, I was in India with our state delegation, and we signed several state-level Letters of Intent with Uttarakhand and Haryana. Speaking about Indian culture, Rahul Kumar said they do not live it in the same way as it is lived in India. Festivals like Diwali and Holi mean a lot to us. When we say Diwali and Holi, a smile comes on our face; we can feel the colours and the joy. It is not the same when we talk about some German cultures or German festivals. How will the people living here in Germany or Europe, especially the younger generation, connect with their own country from where our parents came? I think this bridge has been very well built through the HSS, through cultural activities for children, so that they can connect with our values, with where we truly come from. He added, I was nominated as the Deputy Head of the city of Frankfurt just a few weeks ago, so now I have one more role. It is more administrative in natureconnecting people and also solving their problems at the local level. This is something I would like to do because it connects a very large number of people from different communities. So, I think it will be a good opportunity, not only for me but also for all those associated with me, to know more about my culture, my thoughts and my perspectives that I have developed here in Germany, including my projects with India. Rahul Kumar further said, In the last few years, India has had a very good international representation across the world, including in Europe. Everyone knows about our culture and our festivals. But the suggestion I would give, or what I am focusing on for next year, is to connect the youth of the world even more. There are many young people whose parents are from India or who were born in India and later moved to other countries. On how Prime Minister Modis focus on youth empowerment, entrepreneurship and innovation can help India become a developed nation and create new opportunities for the younger generation, Rahul Kumar said, I cannot say how India can become one, because I think India is already among the top countries in the world. Everyone is talking about India, about AI, about the youth, about start-ups and here in Europe and Germany we can see that so many people from abroad are coming to Germany and doing well.
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ISL: Defending champions East Bengal FC outclass Churchill Brothers 4-0 in dominant display
Digital Desk | Fatorda, Oct 18 (IANS) Defending champions East Bengal FC made a resounding start to their Indian Super League 2026-27 campaign, registering a dominant 4-0 victory over Churchill Brothers at the PJN Stadium, in Fatorda, on Sunday. Goals from Dani Ramirez, Edmund Lalrindika and substitute Bipin Singh (2) sealed the points for Antonio Habas side, in what was the biggest win of the season so far. The torchbearers took the lead as early as the second minute through a stunning free-kick from Dani Ramrez. The midfielder struck with his left foot from just outside the penalty area, curling the ball into the top-left corner. Churchill Brothers responded with urgency, raising the tempo and creating opportunities to get back into the contest. The home side came close to finding an equaliser and even struck the woodwork, but East Bengal remained defensively organised to preserve their advantage. The visitors doubled their lead towards the end of the first half with a well-worked attacking move as David Hmar received the ball on the left, held it up before picking out Edmund, who made a timely run into the box to finish past Sayad Kadir in the Churchill Brothers goal. The strike would send East Bengal into the half-time break with a comfortable 2-0 lead. Both teams would create chances in the early exchanges of the second period, however the hosts would struggle to make their opportunities count in the final third, while East Bengal remained composed with a two-goal advantage. Habas introduced Bipin Singh in the second half, and the move paid off in the 85th minute as the winger scored a superb curling effort into the top corner to make it 3-0. Bipin struck again five minutes later to complete his brace. PV Vishnu delivered a cross from the left, which Singh finished to extend East Bengal's lead and seal the points. The defending champions have made a strong statement at the start of their campaign, while Churchill Brothers, who began their season with a promising 1-0 win over Mumbai City FC, will look to bounce back when they face Punjab FC in a weeks time.
Finding purpose: Former Cognizant HR professional Arpita Sahu has opened up about the fears and financial uncertainty she faces after quitting her corporate job in Delhi and moving to Goa in search of purpose. In Instagram videos, she spoke about struggling with self-doubt, pressure to succeed and finding meaningful connections, prompting social media users to share encouragement and their own experiences of starting over.
Ranji Trophy: Saharan Ton Overshadows Gill's Return, Rinku, Arya, Badoni Hit Centuries
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Ranji Trophy: Rinku Singh's Ton Lifts UP; Goa Make Steady Start
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By stealing votes, they have attacked the Constitution: Rahul Gandhi vows to fight vote chori in Goa
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Chelsea goalie Martinez says he 'will be back in few weeks' after successful surgery for broken jaw
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, who has undergone successful surgery after fracturing his jaw during 2-0 Premier League win at Everton, said, He will be back in a few weeks. Martinez was injured following a collision midway through the second half of our 2-0 victory over Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday. He was taken to hospital for further assessment, which confirmed a fractured jaw that required surgery. Thanks to everyone for the messages; the operation went well. The most important thing is that we won and kept a clean sheet. We'll be back in a few weeks, Martinez wrote on his social media while sharing his photo from the hospital bed. Martinez made his first save to deny Merlin Rohl but was then penalised for holding onto the ball too long. From the resulting corner, a second cross from Jack Grealish found an unmarked Thierno Barry, who headed straight at Martinez. With the half-hour mark approaching, Martinez was at full stretch to tip Grealishs bouncing volley over. Midway through the second half, Martinez bravely cleared an inswinging free-kick and collided with Jarrad Branthwaite and Thierno Barry in the process. After lengthy treatment totalling ten minutes, the keeper was replaced by Penders, making his Premier League debut. Pedro Neto goals right at the start and end of the second half secured Chelsea a superb 2-0 first win against Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. That clean sheet has been elusive, but it was thoroughly well earned for Chelsea, as Martinez and his replacement Penders stood tall when required. Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso was delighted with the way his Chelsea team acquitted themselves at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, with a blend of defensive discipline, attacking cohesion and clinical finishing from Neto helped the club earn three points and a first league clean sheet since January.
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Auburn knocks off No. 1 Georgia with a last-second field goal after late turnover
The No. 1 team in the country has lost in back-to-back weeks. Just seven days after taking down No. 6 Alabama to move up to the top spot in the AP Top 25, Georgia QB Gunner Stockton turned the ball over three times and the Tigers got a field goal as time expired for a 27-24 win . Alex McPherson's game-winning kick was set up by a Stockton fumble. After the Georgia defense gave the Bulldogs a chance to win, Stockton fumbled the ball while running into the back of center Drew Bobo with 58 seconds to go. GUNNER STOCKTON FUMBLES AUBURN BALL pic.twitter.com/V9p0U1KTqj wok (@wokdior) October 17, 2026 McPherson's 34-yard kick was also 15 yards shorter than it could have been thanks to Gabe Harris' roughing the passer penalty on Auburn QB Byrum Brown with 14 seconds to go. It was the third personal foul by a Georgia player. The Bulldogs went up to No. 1 after Texas lost to an unranked rival in Oklahoma. On Saturday, it was Auburn's turn to play the role of top-spot spoiler. It was the Tigers' first win in the annual series since 2017 and that victory marks the first time since 1990 that the No. 1 team in the AP poll has lost to an unranked opponent in back-to-back weeks. Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Basketball league for the 2026-27 NBA season Auburn scored 24 straight points to take a 24-14 lead on a Brown TD run. As the Tigers scored four times in six possessions, Georgia had three punts, two interceptions and a missed field goal on its six meaningful drives after scoring touchdowns on its first two possessions. It was a rough game for Stockton, who had produced one of the best games of his career in Georgia's win over Alabama. A week ago, Stockton was 18-of-22 passing for 249 yards and threw a TD and an interception while also rushing for a score. Saturday, he was 22-of-34 passing for 272 yards with two passing touchdowns to go with his three turnovers. Auburn's biggest win in years Can Auburn fans start to have some optimism? It's been a rough stretch for the Tigers with five straight losing seasons since Gus Malzahn was fired near the end of a 6-5 campaign in 2020. Alex Golesh was hired after the 2025 season following Hugh Freeze's firing with three games left in the season. Freeze succeeded Bryan Harsin, who made it just 21 games before he was fired. Before Saturday, Auburn hadn't beaten a ranked opponent since the end of the 2024 season when it shocked No. 15 Texas A&M 43-41. That was the team's first win over a ranked opponent since Auburn beat then-No. 10 Ole Miss in 2021. Yes, it's been a rough stretch on the Plains as teams like Missouri and Vanderbilt have posted double-digit win seasons in that span while Auburn has floundered. But you can now start to see how Auburn can crawl its way into the crowded middle of the SEC. Especially if it can get another win in October. The Tigers have No. 22 LSU in Week 8 before hosting No. 9 Ole Miss on Halloween. Georgia, meanwhile, has squandered the big advantage it earned with that Alabama win. Every team in the SEC now has at least one conference loss, while seven teams have two losses. If you want to try to decipher the conference at the halfway point of the season, good luck. It's truly become unpredictable. This article originally appeared on Yahoo Sports at https://sports.yahoo.com/college-football/breaking-news/article/no-1-georgia-turns-the-ball-over-three-times-as-auburn-shocks-the-bulldogs-27-24-with-a-last-second-field-goal-230115909.html
Auburn beats No. 1 Georgia 27-24 on Alex McPherson's last-second 34-yard field goal
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Delhi sets up DITI on lines of NITI Aayog, to act as premier advisory body
Delhi government has set up Delhi Institute for Transformation and Innovation (DITI) on the lines of NITI Aayog, for policy-making under its goal of Viksit Dilli by 2047, officials said on Saturday. DITI will function as the Delhi government's premier advisory body for public policy, development strategy and institutional reforms, an official notification said. DITI replaces the Dialogue and Development Commission (DDC) that previously served as the think tank of the city government under AAP rule. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had announced the constitution of DITI in Delhi's budget presented in March. In July, the Delhi government approved setting up the think tank comprising a Governing Board and an Executive Committee. According to the notification, the governing board's chairperson will be nominated by the chief minister. All ministers of the Delhi government, the chief secretary, the vice-chairperson of the Delhi Development Authority, the commissioner of the Municipal ...
Michael DiPietro Earns Major Praise From Boston Bruins Coach After First NHL Victory
Michael DiPietro stopped 25 of 27 shots to earn his first NHL win as the Boston Bruins rallied from 2-0 down to beat the Anaheim Ducks 4-2. Head coach Marco Sturm called the 27-year-old goaltender the biggest reason they won on Oct. 16.
Premier League: Manchester City, Chelsea, Liverpool secure wins
Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool continued their solid Premier League runs with wins on an action-packed Saturday. At Etihad Stadium, Manchester City played out a 3-2 thriller against Ipswich Town, while Chelsea entered top four with a 2-0 win over Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Brentford led against Liverpool at the first half, but the Premier League giants served the world a reminder of their pedigree and skillset with two goals in the second half, as per Sky Sports. -Manchester City vs Ipswich Town Manchester City continued their run on top with a sensational win over Ipswich, with Erling Haaland scoring a brace and taking his seasonal goal tally to 12. He is also the fastest of any player in the Premier League to reach 100 non-penalty goals, and the superstar was later denied a hat-trick due to VAR. It was Phil Foden who put City in front, benefitting from some magic by Jeremy Doku, beating Christian Walton with a low finish. In the 21st minute, Daizen Maeda levelled...
Bengaluru FC sink Chennaiyin FC in rain-soaked ISL clash
Bengaluru FC secured a 2-0 victory over Chennaiyin FC in a rain-soaked Indian Super League match on Saturday. Ryan Williams opened the scoring in the 24th minute, and Mihailo Perovic sealed the win with a goal in the 52nd minute, earning three points for the hosts.
Bengaluru FC Secures 2-0 Victory Over Chennaiyin FC in ISL Clash
Bengaluru FC triumphed over Chennaiyin FC 2-0, with goals from Ryan Williams and Mihalio Perovic, continuing their winning streak in ISL. Bengaluru FC Secures 2-0 Victory Over Chennaiyin FC in ISL Clash
How Artturi Lehkonen Keeps Finding A Way To Deliver For The Colorado Avalanche
Artturi Lehkonen scored twice to help Colorado erase a 2-0 deficit against Pittsburgh on Friday. His blazing start of six goals in eight games is a career best, and his contract is set to expire in the summer of 2027.
TJ Hughes' Breakthrough Moment Could Change Everything For The Colorado Avalanche Rookie
T.J. Hughes scored his first NHL goal in eight games, assisted by MacKinnon and Makar. The Colorado Avalanche rookie is building confidence fast, and head coach Jared Bednar already likes what he sees on the scoring chance sheet.
Chelsea's Martinez taken to hospital for 'precautionary tests'
Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was taken to hospital as Chelsea's 2-0 win at Everton on Saturday meant they secured their first clean sheet in nine months.
Stepping up the election campaign efforts ahead of the 2027 Goa Assembly Elections, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi is set to join the party's Goy Rakhonn (Save Goa) Yatra on Sunday (October 18) which commenced on September 22. The yatra will begin from Daivadnya Bhavan, Calconda and will conclude at Dr Rajendra Prasad Stadium, Margao. Gandhi announced his participation with a sharp attack on the BJP's government in Goa, describing it tenure full of misrule and loot. BJP's record in Goa: 15 years of misrule and loot. 15 years of chori. Land chori. Paisa chori. Jobs chori. MLA chori. And above all, vote chori. Together, let's tell the BJP: Goa is not for sale. Goa belongs to its people. Tomorrow, 18 October, I will walk with you in the Goy Rakhonn (Save Goa) Yatra to defend Goa's identity, dignity and future. Join me at 3:30 PM at Calconda, Gandhi said on X. BJP governs Goa and emerged as the single largest party in 2022, winning 20 of 40 Assembly seats and reducing the Congress to 11. Th...
ISL: Thoi Singh's late strike denies Odisha FC victory
Inter Kashi secured a 1-1 draw against Odisha FC in their Indian Super League match on Saturday. Odisha FC initially took the lead through an own goal by Pratik Chaudhari in the 58th minute, but Thoi Singh scored a late equaliser for Inter Kashi, ensuring both teams shared the points.
The IPL 2027 auction will be held in Goa on December 16, according to a communication from the BCCI to the 10 franchises. The auction briefing is scheduled for December 15. The event will mark the auction's return to India after three consecutive editions were held overseas in Dubai, Jeddah and Abu Dhabi.
