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The Indian government is making efforts to bring back stranded Indian students from Israel, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi closely monitoring the situation. The embassy in Tel Aviv has received requests from many Indians, including tourists, to facilitate their exit from the country. Indian officials have stated that there have been no incidents of violence involving Indians so far.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/making-all-efforts-to-evacuate-students-from-israel-says-govt/articleshow/104268468.cms

Armed forces sealed Rs 23,500 crore deals in last 1 year amid LAC row

The Indian armed forces have signed contracts worth approximately Rs 23,500 crore for emergency capital procurements in the past year to address operational gaps amid the ongoing military confrontation with China in Ladakh. The procurements include missiles, weapons, munitions, drones, communication systems, surveillance equipment, and vehicles. The Army alone has secured over 70 capital acquisition deals, while the Air Force and Navy have signed 65 and 35 contracts respectively.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/armed-forces-sealed-rs-23500-crore-deals-in-last-1-year-amid-lac-row/articleshow/104267509.cms

Grenade attack on Manipur minister's house leaves 2 hurt

A grenade was thrown towards the house of Manipur minister Yumnam Khemchand, injuring a young woman from his family and a CRPF sentry. The grenade hit an electricity pole near the main gate and exploded. Witnesses said two unidentified motorbike riders wearing full-mask helmets threw the explosive and fled the scene. The motive behind the attack is unknown, and investigations are ongoing.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/grenade-attack-on-manipur-ministers-house-leaves-2-hurt/articleshow/104266968.cms

Deadliest Afghan quakes in 2 decades kill 2,445, injure 2,000

Powerful earthquakes killed over 2,400 people in western Afghanistan, the Taliban administration said Sunday. Saturday's magnitude 6.3 earthquake hit a densely populated area, near Afghanistan's fourth largest city, Herat. The US Geological Survey said the epicentre was about 40km northwest of Herat city. It's one of the deadliest earthquakes to strike the country in two decades.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-asia/deadliest-afghan-quakes-in-2-decades-kill-2445-injure-2000/articleshow/104266859.cms

Watch: Why a shocked Rahul was down on his haunches after India's win

Winning a cricket match by hitting a six is always an icing on the cake but KL Rahul was surprised after sealing the deal with a maximum in India's opening World Cup match against Australia in Chennai on Sunday.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-world-cup/watch-why-a-shocked-kl-rahul-was-down-on-his-haunches-after-indias-win/articleshow/104265498.cms

Did US President Biden give Iran $6 billion?

October 07, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Former US president Donald Trump and other Republican contenders have accused President Joe Biden of fueling the conflict between Israel and Hamas by unfreezing Iranian assets worth over $6 billion. Trump claimed that American taxpayer dollars helped fund the attacks and accused Biden of being weak on the global stage. Republican politicians have criticized the release of funds to Iran, arguing that it has contributed to the current escalation between Israel and Hamas.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/hamas-attack-on-israel-did-us-president-biden-give-iran-6-billion/articleshow/104265711.cms

Mumbai hospitals' 5-step plan to give tiniest tots survival chance

Mumbai's public hospitals have a high survivor rate for sickly newborns and extremely premature babies, with rates reaching 90%. These hospitals provide necessary equipment, such as warmers and pulmonary surfactant, as well as round-the-clock care from nurses and doctors. Private hospitals, with more advanced machinery and specialized care, also have high survival rates for extremely preterm babies. However, government hospitals in rural areas often lack adequate resources and staff.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/mumbai-hospitals-5-step-plan-to-give-tiniest-tots-survival-chance/articleshow/104247490.cms

Rajasthan govt issues order for conducting caste survey

October 07, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

The Rajasthan government has ordered a caste survey to be conducted in the state, gathering information on the social, economic, and educational levels of its citizens. Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has stated that the survey will inform the allocation of reservations based on caste participation. This follows a similar caste-based survey conducted in Bihar, which revealed that the OBC and EBC groups make up 63% of the state's population.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/rajasthan-govt-issues-order-for-conducting-caste-survey-in-state/articleshow/104246543.cms

Wordle 841 answer for today: Here is the Wordle answer for October 8

October 07, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

To help you out, here is the Wordle 841 answer for October 8.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/gaming/report-wordle-841-answer-for-today-here-is-the-wordle-answer-for-october-8-3063513

How SA marched past SL to sound early WC warning

October 07, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

South Africa defeated Sri Lanka by 102 runs at the ODI World Cup on Saturday after posting the highest total in the history of the tournament of 428-5. Aiden Markram (106) made history by smashing the fastest World Cup century, reaching the milestone in just 49 balls. Rassie van der Dussen (108) and Quinton de Kock (100) also hit centuries in the first World Cup match to feature three tons in the same innings. In reply, Sri Lanka battled bravely before being dismissed for 326 with Charith Asalanka (79), Kusal Mendis (76) and skipper Dasun Shanaka (68) rescuing a little pride for the 1996 champions.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-world-cup/how-a-record-shattering-south-africa-marched-past-sri-lanka-to-sound-early-world-cup-warning/articleshow/104246101.cms

Sikkim flood toll rises to 44, list of missing doubles to 142

The death toll from the flash flood in North Sikkim has risen to 44, with six more bodies being found in neighbouring Bengal. The number of missing people has also increased to 142. Rescue attempts have been hindered by bad weather conditions, and families of the missing are anxiously waiting for news. The Sikkim government has announced compensation for the families of the deceased, and priority will be given to rescuing the elderly, infirm, and those needing medical assistance.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/sikkim-flash-flood-death-toll-rises-to-44-list-of-missing-doubles-to-142/articleshow/104223878.cms

Want to be judge? be tech-friendly: CJI DY Chandrachud

The Chief Justice of India, D Y Chandrachud, has urged all high courts to embrace technology and implement virtual modes of hearing cases within two weeks. He criticized the Allahabad High Court and the Bombay High Court for being resistant to technology, despite the Supreme Court's successful adoption of digital platforms for conducting court proceedings.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/want-to-be-judge-be-tech-friendly-cji/articleshow/104223595.cms

Indian-origin family of four found dead in US home

An Indian-origin couple and their two children were found dead in their home in New Jersey. The authorities are treating the case as a homicide and have launched an investigation. The victims have been identified as Tej Pratap Singh, Sonal Parihar, and their two children.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/nri/us-canada-news/indian-origin-family-of-four-found-dead-in-us-home/articleshow/104223471.cms

Columbus Day vs. Indigenous Peoples' Day

The clash between Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day arises from differing perspectives on the historical significance of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas and the treatment of Indigenous peoples. Columbus Day celebrates European exploration and the founding of the New World, while Indigenous Peoples' Day highlights the history and contributions of Indigenous communities and recognizes the injustices they endured.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/columbus-day-vs-indigenous-peoples-day-a-clash-of-historical-perspectives/articleshow/104221875.cms

Kusha Kapila opens up about being '100% bullied' for sharing her divorce news on social media: 'I did not want...'

October 06, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Kusha Kapila revealed that she was bullied for sharing her divorce news with Zorawar Ahluwalia on social media.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-kusha-kapila-opens-about-being-100-bullied-for-sharing-her-divorce-news-on-social-media-thank-you-for-coming-3063322

Russia claims to have successfully tested nuclear-power 9M730 Burevestnik

October 05, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Russia has claimed to have successfully tested its nuclear-powered, nuclear-armed cruise missile, the Burevestnik. This missile is part of a series of new strategic weapons unveiled by Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2018. Previous tests of the Burevestnik were plagued by failures and a fatal accident in 2019. The missile is described as a subsonic nuclear-powered cruise missile with global reach and the ability to bypass missile defense systems. Concerns have been raised about the implications of this weapon, both strategically and environmentally.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/russia-claims-to-have-successfully-tested-its-nuclear-powered-nuclear-armed-cruise-missile-all-you-need-to-know-about-9m730-burevestnik/articleshow/104221941.cms

India vs Bangladesh Asian Games 2023 semi-final: Live streaming details, match date, venue, and TV broadcast information

October 05, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

The Indian men's cricket team is set to face Bangladesh in the semi-final of the Asian Games 2023 men's cricket event.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/cricket/report-india-vs-bangladesh-asian-games-2023-semi-final-live-streaming-details-match-date-venue-and-tv-broadcast-3063170

In the Savanna, human voices scare mammals more than lions’ roar

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/in-the-savanna-human-voices-scare-mammals-more-than-lions-roar/articleshow/104195612.cms

Recalling glorious duos: Rachin and Conway in 2023, Can New Zealand replicate India's 2011 WC triumph of kohli-Sehwag?

October 05, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

New Zealand's dominant start to the 2023 ODI World Cup: Conway and Ravindra's centuries shine in victory against England

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/cricket/report-recalling-glorious-duos-rachin-and-conway-in-2023-can-new-zealand-replicate-india-s-2011-wc-triumph-of-kohli-3063164

Sikkim flash flood: Toll rises to 18; search on for 98 missing people

October 05, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

The toll in the flash flood in Sikkim mounted to 18 on Thursday as Army and NDRF teams worked their way through slushy earth and sheets of water in the Teesta river basin and downstream north Bengal for the second day in search of those who were swept away and are still missing, officials said.Eighteen bodies have been found so far while 98 people, including 22 Army personnel, remained missing after a cloudburst over Lhonak Lake in North Sikkim in the early hours of Wednesday.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/sikkim-flash-flood-toll-rises-to-18-search-on-for-98-missing-people/articleshow/104195238.cms

41% of amphibian species worldwide threatened with extinction: Study

October 04, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

A study by global experts has found that 41% of amphibian species worldwide are at risk of extinction. The study, published in Nature, attributes habitat loss and climate change as major drivers of the decline. Between 2004 and 2022, over 300 amphibians have become closer to extinction, with climate change being the primary threat for 39% of these species. The study also reveals that 93% of all threatened species are affected by habitat destruction and degradation.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/environment/flora-fauna/41-of-amphibian-species-worldwide-threatened-with-extinction-study/articleshow/104168602.cms

‘Creamy layer’ income cap unlikely to be upped soon

October 04, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

The Indian government is hesitant to increase the income ceiling for the Other Backward Classes (OBC) creamy layer due to concerns of resentment. Currently, an OBC family earning over Rs 8 lakh is considered "creamy layer" and ineligible for job and education quotas. The government believes that Rs 8 lakh is already a high enough bar and fears that raising it further may lead to copycat demands from other sections.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/creamy-layer-income-cap-unlikely-to-be-upped-soon/articleshow/104168585.cms

DNA TV Show: How Lhonak lake burst and caused flash floods in Sikkim

October 04, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

At present, 3 teams of NDRF are engaged in the rescue operation.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/report-dna-tv-show-how-lhonak-lake-burst-and-caused-flash-floods-in-sikkim-teesta-river-sourabh-raaj-jain-3062995

Happy World Teachers' Day 2023: Wishes, messages, quotes, images

October 04, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

World Teachers' Day, celebrated on October 5th every year, is a global event that recognizes and honors the contributions of teachers to society. The theme for World Teachers' Day 2023 is "The teachers we need for the education we want: The global imperative to reverse the teacher shortage." It highlights the critical challenge of a shortage of qualified teachers around the world. On this day, people express gratitude and appreciation for their teachers through wishes, messages, and quotes. Various activities are organized to celebrate and honor teachers, including teacher appreciation awards, workshops, student performances, and community outreach projects.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/events/happy-world-teachers-day-2023-wishes-messages-quotes-images-facebook-whatsapp-status/articleshow/104164089.cms

Meet law graduate, trained classical singer, who cracked UPSC without coaching with AIR 73

October 03, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

IAS Pallavi Mishra, a professionally trained classical singer who completed an MA in music and passed the UPSC on her second try without coaching, is the highlight of this success story.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/education/report-meet-law-graduate-trained-classical-singer-cracked-upsc-without-coaching-with-air-73-ias-success-story-3062864

TMC workers hold protests seeking MGNREGA dues

October 03, 2023Times of IndiaNo comments

Members of Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress (TMC) party protested in Delhi against the non-payment of central dues to West Bengal. The TMC has accused the BJP-led government of withholding Rs 15,000 crore in dues under the MGNREGA and PM Awaas Yojana. The protest came after a two-hour dharna at Rajghat on Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/tmc-workers-hold-protests-against-non-payment-of-mgnrega-dues/articleshow/104138338.cms

145 Maharashtra prison inmates pass exams, secure early release

Two prisoners in Nagpur Central Prison, India, have received special remissions of 90 days for completing their BA and MA degrees, respectively. They are among 145 inmates from nine prisons in Maharashtra to have received such remissions for completing various educational programs. Pursuing education in prison provides inmates with purpose and the opportunity for a better life after release.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/145-maharashtra-prison-inmates-pass-exams-secure-early-release/articleshow/104113845.cms

West comes to east to learn the art of shaadi planning

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/west-comes-to-east-to-learn-the-art-of-shaadi-planning/articleshow/104113829.cms

Milky Way-like galaxies were common in early universe, find astronomers

A new study conducted by an international team of researchers, including scientists from The University of Manchester and University of Victoria, has found that disk galaxies, similar to our own Milky Way, are more common and formed earlier in the universe than previously thought.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/science/milky-way-like-galaxies-were-common-in-early-universe-find-astronomers/articleshow/104113958.cms

Alert pilot averts disaster on Vande Bharat Express

A loco pilot in Jaipur saved the Udaipur-Jaipur Vande Bharat Express from a potential accident by stopping the train in time when he noticed stones and iron rods on the track. The incident occurred between Gangarar and Soniyana section. No damage was done, and the train resumed its journey after the track was cleared. An inquiry is being conducted by the Railway Protection Force. This incident adds to the list of instances where Vande Bharat trains have been targeted across the country.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/alert-pilot-averts-disaster-on-vande-bharat-express/articleshow/104113737.cms

Use of ultra-processed foods may cause mental health decline: Study

A global study involving 30,000 individuals from India has found a strong link between frequent consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and decreased mental wellbeing. The study revealed that those who consumed UPFs several times a day were nearly three times more likely to struggle with their mental health compared to those who rarely or never consumed these foods.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/use-of-ultra-processed-foods-may-cause-mental-health-decline-study/articleshow/104113897.cms

DNA TV Show: Bihar releases caste census data; here's what it revealed

October 02, 2023Latest News, NewsNo comments

Bihar has released the first caste census data for the first time. Know details here.

from Latest News https://www.dnaindia.com/india/report-dna-tv-show-bihar-releases-caste-census-data-here-s-what-it-revealed-3062762

The world’s costliest weapons program just got more expensive