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PM Modi, Netanyahu Salute Captain Smit Machchhars Extraordinary Bravery in Mid-Air Flight Crisis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have lauded Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian commercial pilot with fl

Anup Saha to be next MD & CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank

Saha joined Kotak Mahindra Bank in January 2026 and currently oversees the retail banking, data analytics and marketing functions

Rubio orders Iranian UN delegation to leave NYC early

Washington: Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered Irans foreign minister and his delegation to the UN General Assembly to leave New York earlier

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PM Modi Hails Indian Pilot Smit Machchhar As Hero For Averting Flydubai Plane Hijacking Attempt

Goyal flags supply chains as key G20 trade issue

This is not cricket: Gambhir questions pitch after India chase 406 with ease

Gautam Gambhir, India's cricket coach, expressed his worries about the alarming trend of high scores in recent games. He highlighted the pressing

Check top 10 richest Indians and full list

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

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PM Modi, Netanyahu Hail Flydubai Pilot Smit Machchhar as 'Hero'

PM Modi said Machchhar's valour helped save hundreds of lives and avert a major tragedy

Suspected Snatcher Arrested After Police Encounter in Ghaziabad

A suspected snatcher was arrested following a police encounter in Ghaziabad, where a firearm and stolen motorcycle were recovered. Suspected Snat

PM Modi praises flydubai pilot for saving over 170 passengers onboard: 'India is proud of Captain Machchhar'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar as a HERO after he helped avert a potentially catastrophic in

Wife locked in bedroom and a missing caretaker: Ex-IAS officers murder gets murkier

Nishi Agrawal found her husband Rakesh murdered in their home, with the caretaker Varun now a prime suspect. She discovered her bedroom door was

Flydubai incident renews debate over mandatory cockpit video recorders

Cockpit video could provide investigators with a visual record of the Flydubai attack, but privacy concerns and opposition from pilots' unions ha

Markets head for negative open as FII outflows outweigh oil relief

GIFT Nifty futures were at 22,570 as of 7:38 a.m. IST, signaling a negative start for the Nifty 50, which closed at 22,620.45 on Wednesday

Hegseth announces new drone command, cuts to 20% of generals in 'State of the Force' speech

The Pentagon will also launch an effort to study the future of warfare that will be led in part by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and former Republican Hou

Stocks to watch: RIL, NSE, HDFC Bank, IRFC, Infosys, Cupid, Blue Dart, OMCs

Stocks to watch today: Reliance Industries, NSE, HDFC Bank, IRFC, Infosys, Cupid, Blue Dart, OMCs, STL Networks, RBL Bank, among others will be i

G20 Trade Talks Kick Off in Milwaukee with Piyush Goyal Representing India

The G20 trade ministers meeting in Milwaukee focuses on steel production and trade rules, with India represented by Piyush Goyal. G20 Trade Talks

'Overstayed their welcome': Rubio ordered Iranian envoys to leave US over stalled talks

Bangladesh Sets 112-Run Target for Pakistan in Asian Games Cricket Semi-Final

In the Asian Games 2026 semi-final, Bangladesh scored 111 runs, setting Pakistan a target of 112 to reach the final. Bangladesh Sets 112-Run Targ

'Terrorist or whack job': Trump on Flydubai co-pilot, hails Indian pilot

Trump said he spoke with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu about the incident and praised Captain Smit Machchhar and a passenger who helped subdue th

Legal setback for Trump: Second judge halts $100,000 H-1B visa fee

Pakistani airstrikes on Afghanistan kills four, Afghan official says

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PM Modi hails pilot Smit Machchhar as 'hero' after Flydubai incident

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar as a hero for fighting off his co-pilot, who allegedly attemp

BJPs Telangana Chief Criticizes Opposition for Raising Communal Issues

Telangana BJP chief N. Ramchandra Rao criticizes the opposition for shifting focus to communal issues amid lack of substantial arguments against

Who is Smit Machchhar? Indian flydubai captain who saved 180 lives after co-pilot stabbed him with a knife mid-air inside cockpit during flight

Who is Captain Smit Machchhar? Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian pilot flying for flydubai, is being credited with saving all 180 people on board

Hegseth confirms that the US military will cut 20% of its generals and admirals

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a significant plan to cut 20% of the military's generals and admirals. This decision comes during ongoin

Identical Bids In Amma Unavagam Tenders In Ward 155 Raise Questions Over Bidding Process Per Se

According to the financial documents examined by residents, multiple bidders in each of the three tenders quoted exactly 14.99 per cent below the

Bolarum arms theft accused claims eight others helped him steal the cache

Mallesh allegedly planned to sell the stolen arms and ammunition after the theft. Now police have opened a fresh line of investigation into prosp

'For 21st century & beyond': US launches 'Project Meridian' to prepare for future wars

PM Modi hails pilot Smit Machchhar as 'hero' for saving flydubai flight from crash

Captain Smit Machchhar is a hero, Modi said in a post on X

California governor Newsom signs laws to protect workers from AI risks

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed laws Wednesday aimed at protecting workers from the threats of artificial intelligence, including potential j

Indian Pilot Smita Machhar Praised for Heroism by PM Modi and Israeli Leaders

PM Modi and Israeli leaders commend Captain Smita Machhar for his bravery during a flight attack, saving lives despite serious injuries. Indian P

Proud: PM Modi Praises Hero Indian Pilot For Fighting Off Hijack Scare

Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian citizen, had been working with flydubai - a low-cost carrier owned by the Emirati government, for four years.

Judge blocks Trump's $100,000 fee on H-1B visas

Nifty, Bank Nifty, Nifty IT: Technical analysts decode outlook for H2 FY27

Tech analyst at Mirae Asset Sharekhan and SAMCO Securities flag 22,000-22,500 range as key support for Nifty in the short-term, and caution of fu

Akhilesh Says Many BJP MLAs in Touch Ahead of UP Polls

There have been talks between the Samajwadi Party and Congress over an alliance for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls

GLOBAL ECONOMY-Asian factory activity expands thanks to global AI boom

Factory activity across Asia expanded in September thanks to the global AI boom, private surveys showed on Thursday, offering some relief

Swiss glaciers lose 5.5% of ice volume in 2026, second-highest on record

Glaciers in Switzerland the home to the most in the Alps lost 5.5 per cent of their ice volume this year, the second-biggest percentage drop on r

Jatin Gedia bullish on JSW Infra, Varroc Engg; flags caution on PowerGrid

On the broader market outlook, Jatin Gedia of Teji Mandi expects the Nifty to consolidate within 22,500-22,800 band for now.

After 10 years, The F16s return with their new album, All Dogs Go To Heaven

The Chennai indie-rock quartet talks about growing older, going solo, getting naked for an album cover and learning to trust its instincts

October 2 Panchang: Avoid Travel to the West, Auspicious Timing for Rituals

On October 2, 2026, avoid westward travel and utilize auspicious timings for rituals and activities as per the Hindu Panchang. October 2 Panchang

October 2 Panchang: Avoid West Direction Travel, Auspicious Timing Highlighted

The Panchang for October 2 emphasizes auspicious timings and warns against traveling west. Key timings for rituals and activities are outlined. O

Oil prices steady as investors assess US-Iran peace talks, supply outlook

Brent was near $98 a barrel after rising about 14% in September, while investors weighed stalled US-Iran peace talks and signs of a recovery in W

Shivakumar seeks Form 7 data amid SIR row in Karnataka

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Wednesday, September 30, said every genuine voters right to vote must be protected and sou

SC rules out total ban on firecrackers ahead of Diwali

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday, September 30, ruled out a complete ban on firecrackers ahead of Diwali, while making it clear that unr

Indian Archer Chikitha Taniparthi Exits Quarterfinals at Asian Games

Chikitha Taniparthi narrowly lost in the quarterfinals of the womens compound individual event at the Asian Games 2026 in Okazaki. Indian Archer

Sona BLW, JSW Infra among 3 stock ideas by Bonanza; check key levels here

Stocks to buy today: Kunal Kamble, technical analyst at Bonanza Sona BLW stock has broken out of the falling channel that capped the price moveme

Trump hails US military's exit from Iraq after 12 yr Islamic State mission

The US military announced Wednesday that it completed the withdrawal of all American troops from Iraq, ending a 12-year mission to fight the Isla

These stocks will see heightened activity on October 1

Stocks across autos, tech, and infrastructure set for mixed moves

Netanyahu and Modi hail Indian flydubai pilot as hero

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Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Hiked From October 1, Domestic Rates Unchanged

Commercial LPG cylinder prices have increased from October 1, with the 19-kg cylinder becoming costlier by up to Rs 71.50 in the cities cited. Do

Asian Games Live Day 12: Shreyas Iyer, Harmanpreet lead Indias big cricket, hockey clashes; India-Pakistan in volleyball

South Korea says investment in Alaska LNG project not yet decided, Yonhap reports

South Korea's Industry Ministry said on Thursday that investment in an Alaska LNG project has not yet been decided, Yonhap News Agency reported,

Netanyahu says Israel will get to the 'root' of co-pilot in foiled bid to crash flydubai flight

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Showed Immense Courage: PM Modi Praises flydubai's Pilot Smit Machchhar

Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian citizen, had been working with flydubai - a low-cost carrier owned by the Emirati government, for four years.

Was In Very Bad Shape But...'': Trump Praises flydubai's 'Hero' Indian Pilot

The pilot was in very bad shape; I guess he still is in very bad shape, but he had the sense to, amazing, to, in a way he was a hero, Trump said,

Commerce Minister Goyal meets USTR Greer on sidelines of G20 meet

Piyush Goyal met with Jamieson Greer in Milwaukee to advance discussions on a bilateral trade agreement. This meeting occurred during the G20 Tra

Iran receives official US response to latest proposal to end 7-month war

Iranian officials indicated Wednesday they have received an official US response to Tehran's latest proposal to end the seven-month war, which US

Trained canines to bolster crime detection in Andhra Pradesh

36 canines and their handlers complete 10-month training in detection of explosives, narcotics, cadavers and Search & Rescue operations

AI agents tried to hack Canadian government website, research firm says

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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos puts deposit on LAs most expensive penthouse

Jeff Bezos has made waves in the real estate market with a $200 million deposit for a stunning penthouse in Aman Beverly Hills. This expansive 31

5.44 magnitude earthquake jolts Afghanistans Hindu Kush region

Chikitha Taniparthi Bows Out In Quarters Of Women's Individual Compound Archery

Indian archer Chikitha Taniparthi missed out on a hat-trick of medals at the ongoing Asian Games after bowing out in the quarterfinals of the wom

I'm Genuinely Sorry:Isha Rikhi's Emotional Note After Bigg Boss 20 Eviction

Three weeks inside the Bigg Boss house three weeks of so many emotions, experiences, challenges, laughter, tears, and memories I'll carry with me

US economy grew 2.2% in Q2 on rising consumer spending, investment: US govt

The US economy grew at a solid 2.2 per cent pace from April through June as consumer spending and business investment came in strong. Growth in g

Trump calls Indian pilot 'hero' for saving 174 people on flydubai plane, labels co-pilot 'terrorist'

US President Donald Trump praised Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar as a 'hero' for saving 174 people aboard a flydubai plane after he was stab

US judge approves settlement, clearing $81 bn Paramount-Warner Bros. merger

A federal judge has now granted Paramount's settlement agreement with 12 states that sued over the company's takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery,

Earthquake of magnitude 5.3 strikes Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan, GFZ says

An earthquake measuring 5.3 hit the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) on Thursday.

GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian stocks dip, bonds in focus after torrid September

Asian stocks were subdued on Thursday

Ooty Recorded 50% Deficit Rainfall During Southwest Monsoon

While the average normal rainfall for the Nilgiris during the southwest monsoon in 842 mm, this monsoon, the Nilgiris recorded only 572 mm rainfa

The Architecture Of Frictionless Software Ecosystems

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UPDATE 2-Brazil seeks 'full tariff reduction' in US trade pact

Brazil is seeking a full tariff reduction in talks with the US, Trade Minister Marcio Elias Rosa told reporters on Wednesday after he met with US

'Captain Smit Machchhar is a hero': PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated the former SpiceJet pilot Smit Machchhar who was the captain of the Flydubai Boeing 737 MAX 8 that made

U.S. Supreme Court clears way for Tennessee woman's imminent execution

A decision by the U.S. Supreme Court late on September 30 cleared the way for Christa Pike to be given a lethal injection after hours of dramatic

Indias river interlinks may carry invasive species to more areas

The Lower Ganga basin hosts 13-15 invasive alien species and could become a major source of invasives for the Mahanadi, home to 69 threatened spe

CPI Opposes Privatization of Drainage Systems

The CPI said that the Tamil Nadu Urban Infrastructure Financial Services (TNUIFSL) had called for tenders from the private sector for undertaking

Oil prices stay flat as markets weigh US-Iran talks and Middle East supply

AI agents tried to hack Canadian government website, Washington Post says

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AI agents tried to hack Canadian government website, Washington Post reports

Researchers said AI agents tried to hack into a Canadian government website, the Washington Post reported on Thursday. AI research nonprofit Tran

South Korea's Lee urges North Korea to restore dialogue, pledges military buildup

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'Hero in a way': Trump hails stabbed Flydubai Indian pilot, calls co-pilot 'whack job'

No PUC, No Fuel, UPI Merchant Charges: What Changes In October

October brings stricter pollution checks at Delhi petrol pumps, a new merchant fee on larger UPI payments from October 15, and changes to SBI ATM

Kevin Hart, Kai Cenat and Druskis Livestream From Hell arrives on Prime Video without prior release date

Kevin Hart, Kai Cenat, and Druski have collaborated on a horror-comedy film called 'Livestream From Hell.' Released unexpectedly on Prime Video,

'He is a true hero': Netanyahu hails Indian pilot Smit Machchhar for averting mid-air catastrophe

An Indian pilot has emerged at the centre of a dramatic mid-air incident after his actions helped prevent a possible disaster aboard a Flydubai f

Realty, pharma: Investors tap into domestic-economy focused sectors in H1

Going ahead, analysts suggest investors stick to domestic economy-focused sectors as the geopolitical situation still warrants caution.