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An Osprey military aircraft came down off the coast of Yakushima, killing one crew member from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6DQ7IHq

Imran Khan steps down as leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), handing over to close associate Gohar Ali Khan in a temporary arrangement amid legal challenges. Imran's decision follows his conviction in the Toshakhana graft case. The move aims to prevent electoral watchdog interference and maintain the party's integrity. Imran plans to contest intra-party polls after the prompt resolution of legal issues. Gohar expressed gratitude for being picked to head Pakistan's main opposition party. "I am stunned. There are no words to express my gratitude to Imran Khan sahib." from Times of India https://ift.tt/fp7GVca via IFTTT

The X-rated performer had a legendary status among Brits travelling to the Spanish resort on holiday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q7ultwD

Tribal elders allegedly ordered the killing after the woman appeared in a photo that was doctored. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YU9GtAS

Australia's Glenn Maxwell's exceptional century played a pivotal role in guiding Australia to a thrilling last-ball victory against India at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati. With this win, Australia managed to cut India's series lead to 2-1 in the five-match rubber. Both the players now share the record for the most centuries in the T20 format, each having scored four centuries. Maxwell scored an unbeaten 104 off 48 balls which included eight sixes and as many fours. from Times of India https://ift.tt/PRH3UE5 via IFTTT

The workers were stuck for two weeks after a part of a tunnel they were working in collapsed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zXCrI8m

Jill Biden unveils this year's White House holiday decorations, designed to evoke wonder and joy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9Aw4Kup

Golden helmets and precious gems are sent to Kyiv after a 10-year row with Russia over their ownership. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZwB5WHO

One man fined €400 (£350) for eating a burek pasty outdoors in 2020 will get his money back. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7AyM6aG

Albert Kabo Lepcha from Kalimpong, West Bengal, emerged as the winner of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2023. from Times of India https://ift.tt/YBcrLEV via IFTTT

Avigail Idan, who turned four while she was held hostage by Hamas, was among nine children released. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Hc2bay

At least 100 are abducted over an unpaid "tax" the gunmen had imposed on villagers, residents say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0KqWvYx

Russian authorities have added Andy Stone, the spokesperson of US tech giant Meta, to a wanted list. Stone's inclusion on the list comes after Russian authorities classified Meta as a 'terrorist and extremist' organization. The interior ministry's database does not provide details of the charges against Stone. In February 2022, Stone was put on the wanted list, but the matter was not reported until this week. Meta's actions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine led to a criminal probe by Russia's federal Investigative Committee. from Times of India https://ift.tt/RAl6ODz via IFTTT

Two friends – one an engineer and another a businessman – were charred to death when the car in which they were returning from a party went up in flames in Sector 119 early on Saturday, trapping them inside. Fire department officials said a short circuit in the car’s air conditioner may have caused the fire, locking the doors automatically. According to them, a guard deployed at the main gate of Amrapali Platinum – where one of the car’s occupants was to get off – called up the fire department at 6.25am to inform them that a white Swift was up in flames on the nearby road. from Times of India https://ift.tt/v0fPhMs via IFTTT

Crowds gathered in major cities after a the killing of a student sent shockwaves across the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7tDFcCz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s reference to “injustice” meted out to Gujjar community leaders, the late Rajesh Pilot and his son Sachin Pilot, by the Congress leadership has come at a time when BJP is expecting decisive gains from the Gujjardominated eastern Rajasthan region, where the party had suffered a complete washout in the 2018 assembly polls. ​​The party had lost all 32 Gujjar dominated seats in the eastern Rajasthan districts of Dausa, Sawai Madhopur, Alwar, Bharatpur and Karauli even as BJP held its own in the Mewar-Marwar region in 2018. from Times of India https://ift.tt/yJw3KOa via IFTTT

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), which is in office in poll-bound Telangana, received contributions worth Rs 529 crore via the electoral bonds route in 2022-23, while DMK’s and YSR Congress Party’s inflows from bonds totalled Rs 185 crore and Rs 52 crore respectively in the same period. As per contribution reports of 23 regional parties for the year 2022-23 — placed by EC in the public domain till Thursday — they together received over Rs 975 crore through contributions, of which almost 80% was from electoral bonds received by three parties, namely BRS, DMK and YSR Congress Party. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Op1Bma6 via IFTTT

Ireland's PM says about 500 people rioted after a knife attack outside a school in the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/L2KOuEV

Twenty-four hostages captured during the 7 October attacks have been released by Hamas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jENmh1K

Young left-handed batter Rinku Singh held his nerves despite losing three wickets in three balls, guiding India to a thrilling last-ball two-wicket win over Australia in the first T20I of the five-match series in Visakhapatnam on Thursday. Needing 7 runs off 6 balls, Rinku started off with a four off the first ball followed with a single bringing the equation down to 2 off 4 balls. But fate had different plans as India lost three wickets in the form of Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi and Arshdeep Singh in the next three successive deliveries. from Times of India https://ift.tt/lymXGgN via IFTTT

Pakistan is charging undocumented refugees an $830 exit fee to leave the country if they arrived without a visa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AdmBvkq

US-Canada border crossings near Niagara Falls were closed Wednesday as terrorism investigators responded to a vehicle explosion at Rainbow Bridge, local and state authorities said. The cause of the incident was not immediately clear but New York Governor Kathy Hochul said state police and the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force were monitoring all points of entry into the state. Ron Rienas, of the Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority, told ABC News all four bridges connecting the two countries over the Niagara River have been closed. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Ns0fUjd via IFTTT

Veteran populist Geert Wilders is set to secure most seats, says an Ipsos exit poll. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6Ot7qKZ

Finland already says it is sealing its border with Russia after migrants were encouraged to cross. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/79ODYsm

US authorities have reportedly foiled a plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on American soil, prompting a warning to India. An indictment has been filed against at least one alleged perpetrator in a New York court, but it remains sealed. US officials have said that they expect those responsible to be held accountable, while India has expressed surprise and concern over the allegations. from Times of India https://ift.tt/J8YgDKc via IFTTT

The victim, identified as Vicky Jadav, was attacked while outside his house. After being initially rushed to Bhatapara State General Hospital, he was later transferred to a private hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, as confirmed by the police. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QVNxokO via IFTTT

Wildlife officials in Colorado say the animal likely entered the vehicle searching for food. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xpnWB6S

The Supreme Court has ruled that high courts and session courts are not prohibited from considering anticipatory bail pleas. The court introduced the concept of transit anticipatory bail in which the accused can be protected from arrest until they reach a court with territorial jurisdiction for the alleged offense. The court stated that a restrictive interpretation of the law would undermine the constitutional rights of a personal liberty and access to justice for the individual. from Times of India https://ift.tt/154Posl via IFTTT

Bigg Boss 17 had its first mid-week eviction, with Naved getting eliminated. The housemates had to collectively choose three contestants they thought were least deserving. Naved's name came up, leaving many shocked and emotional. Rinku Dhawan and Jigna Vora, who were close to Naved, were particularly emotional. There was also a fight between Mannara Chopra and Abhishek Kumar, and Ankita Lokhande got emotional while talking about her ex-boyfriend Sushant Singh Rajput. Khanzaadi got into a fight with Rinku Dhawan, leading to criticism from other contestants. from Times of India https://ift.tt/NDye5Ka via IFTTT

Jamala, the song competition's 2016 winner, is critical of the Kremlin and its invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1KMVeux

During a political rally in Rajasthan, PM Narendra Modi used cricketing metaphors to attack the Congress party. He referred to the tussle between Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot by saying that Congress leaders "forget to make runs and try to run out each other." The PM also accused some Congress leaders of making derogatory statements about match-fixing. He urged the crowd to vote for the BJP and promised that the "crooked squad will be bowled out." from Times of India https://ift.tt/2NzG3aT via IFTTT

The dream of ending their ICC trophy drought remains elusive for Team India as they stumbled at the final hurdle, succumbing to a six-wicket defeat against Australia in the World Cup final on Sunday. Rohit Sharma came within reach of becoming the third Indian captain, following Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni, to lift the ICC World Cup trophy. However, Australia outperformed the hosts in all departments of the game. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pZU7kNl via IFTTT

The Iran-backed rebels say the vessel is Israeli - a claim denied by Israel which blames Iran. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eOxUTGJ

Video showed the singer gasping for air in between songs during her performance in the stifling heat. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yuMVOxt

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Jannik Sinner becomes the first Italian to reach the final of the ATP Finals after his victory over Daniil Medvedev. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/j4rvQoO

Marines talk of progress on "several bridgeheads" but soldiers talk of fatigue at the front. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NaBKRdk

The UN warned yesterday it may have to suspend all of its activities in Gaza due to the lack of fuel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/edzIgFC

​​​​An FIR has been filed against the accused, identified as Umang Taneja, and the police have initiated an investigation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/hfqcKE1 via IFTTT

Four members of the Afzaal family died after they were deliberately run over with a truck in Ontario. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/w39hTzV

Israel's military is using a range of technologies to detect and destroy Hamas' network of tunnels in Gaza, including surveillance drones, bunker-buster bombs, bulldozers, attack dogs, and robots. The aim is to minimize the risk to soldiers by blocking and damaging the tunnels, rather than sending troops in. However, experts warn that without ground forces, it is difficult to assess the extent of the damage. Hamas is considered a terrorist group by the US and European Union. from Times of India https://ift.tt/4fhzHjm via IFTTT

Two senior managers of Carlsberg's Russian subsidiary were arrested on Wednesday over allegations of fraud. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1vUfLnG

Indian external affairs minister, S Jaishankar, has stated that the Indian government is open to investigating the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, but has asked the Canadian government to provide evidence to support its claim that Indian agents were involved. Jaishankar emphasised that Canada has not shared any evidence with India thus far. He also highlighted the pro-Khalistani activities in Canada and the attacks on the Indian High Commission, stating that freedom of speech should not be misused for political purposes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uf0UtsN via IFTTT

In a historic performance on Wednesday, pace sensation Mohammed Shami etched his name in the annals of 50-over World Cup history, delivering the best-ever bowling figures by an Indian bowler in the tournament. Shami's extraordinary seven-wicket haul, combined with Virat Kohli's record 50th ODI century, stole the limelight as India secured a convincing 70-run victory over New Zealand in the World Cup semifinal at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. Shami overshadowed Ashish Nehra's 6/23 against England in the 2003 World Cup, making it the best-ever performance by an Indian in World Cup history. from Times of India https://ift.tt/k9ZuBdH via IFTTT

Former India legend Sunil Gavaskar voiced his ire following a controversy surrounding a 'pitch switch' ahead of the India vs New Zealand semifinal, aimed at favouring Indian spinners. from Times of India https://ift.tt/e1KRtcf via IFTTT

Prince William and Princess Kate Middleton celebrated King Charles's birthday on social media with a tribute that notably did not include Prince Harry. The post featured pictures of the King alone and with Prince William, but no images of Prince Harry. Royal enthusiasts expressed speculation and concern about the absence of Prince Harry and his family in the photos. However, some defended the couple, emphasizing the joy and love depicted in the pictures. from Times of India https://ift.tt/NxuDtas via IFTTT

Leaders accuse the US and other powers of hypocrisy over Israel's actions and warn of repercussions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/trLIcfK

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch a Rs 24,000-crore scheme for the development of particularly vulnerable tribal groups (PVTGs) in Jharkhand. This initiative aims to provide basic facilities such as road and telecom connectivity, electricity, housing, clean water, education, healthcare, and livelihood opportunities to PVTG families and habitations. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ihgNlbU via IFTTT

Mrs Barry, who served as a federal judge in New Jersey, was the former president's eldest sister. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WVxSDGY

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Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakoot, is a festival celebrated in India to commemorate Lord Krishna's victory over the rain god Indra. It is observed on the fourth day of the Kartika month, usually in October or November. Devotees visit temples to offer prayers, flowers, fruits, and sweets to Lord Krishna and Mount Govardhan. Families come together to enjoy a vegetarian feast and reflect on the importance of faith and the environment. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8uPMezO via IFTTT

The 82-year-old is still facing a trial in Montreal and extradition to the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XLc1G9W

Protests denounce a deal with Catalan separatists aimed at securing a new term for the Socialist PM. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E3BVp1q

The Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (Mhada) to allocate a flat to a man whose family has been waiting for close to 48 years. The family was evicted from their room in 1975 and has been waiting for re-accommodation ever since. The court noted that the delay in allotment was due to a discrepancy in the size of the flat, but ruled in favor of the petitioner and ordered Mhada to allocate a 579 sq ft flat. from Times of India https://ift.tt/geCjzy0 via IFTTT

A new study has found that only 30% of women in India are diagnosed with breast cancer when the disease is still confined to the breast, while 59% are diagnosed when it has spread to nearby structures or lymph nodes. Additionally, 11% of women are diagnosed with cancer that has spread to distant parts of the body. For India, the data from 28 population based cancer registries was included in the analysis coordinated by the ICMR-NCDIR, Bengaluru. The study, conducted across 81 countries, highlights the importance of early detection and timely diagnosis. from Times of India https://ift.tt/sZgiVdu via IFTTT

Allegations against the pair include "recruiting people with the aim of committing terrorist crimes". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hB9gciY

Indian-American singer Falu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's collaboration on a song promoting the benefits of millets has been nominated for a Grammy award in the best global music performance category. The song, titled "Abundance in Millets," was released in celebration of the "International Year of Millets" and aims to raise awareness about the grain as a potential solution to world hunger. Falu was inspired to create the song after meeting PM Modi in New Delhi following her Grammy win in 2022. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Wx2m9Lr via IFTTT

More than 1.6 million people could be affected by the unusually heavy seasonal rains. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6Bkc8wo

Teacher Farida and Khalid, a medical supplier, describe life in Gaza, besieged and under attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aQst9NX

The father of Liverpool striker Luis Diaz has been released in Colombia after being kidnapped by members of the guerrilla group ELN. The release was announced by the government's delegation currently in peace negotiations with the ELN. Diaz's kidnapping drew international attention, and the younger Diaz appealed for his father's release after scoring in a Premier League soccer match. The ELN initially denied involvement but later acknowledged the kidnapping was a mistake. Diaz's mother was rescued shortly after the abduction, and special forces were deployed to search for his father. from Times of India https://ift.tt/guYOPwc via IFTTT

BBC Verify has been looking at video, listening to eyewitnesses and analysing satellite images. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/G76m1Kc

Indian Railways' passenger coaches with "anti-injury" features: The Railway Board has asked all coach manufacturing units of the Indian Railways to take this requirement into account when planning equipment purchases for passenger future coaches. from Times of India https://ift.tt/XC701hE via IFTTT

Kmart removed the festive-themed bag from sale after a Jewish group raised the likeness to Hamas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5oawSip

Lalibela is home to famous 13th Century churches that are registered as Unesco world heritage sites. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/con2Rzv

For several hours, hundreds of people were on the move, some on carts pulled by donkeys but most on foot. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/O4JqTdt

Mohammad Abu Hasira's death comes as a watchdog says the past month has been the most deadly for journalists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gjdlf2p

Deputy political leader Moussa Abu Marzouk says Hamas will release hostages only if Israel stops fighting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Za5UBof

Record low yields this year are due to bad weather in many of the world's biggest producers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yzhpxVw

A furious Angelo Mathews lashed out at Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan and his team after his 'timed out' dismissal snowballed into a major controversy at the World Cup on Monday. After the Sri Lanka all-rounder became the first international cricketer to be 'timed out' for not being ready to face the ball within two minutes of the fall of a wicket, Mathews hit out at Bangladesh over their 'disgraceful' actions at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. from Times of India https://ift.tt/rmx3Lu5 via IFTTT

Israel started bombing the Palestinian territory after coming under attack from Hamas on 7 October. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/j9DrKeF

Adva Ada's 85-year-old grandmother was taken into Gaza on a golf cart after her kibbutz was attacked. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VGPKQM4

Union Minister Smriti Irani has accused Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel of being controlled by a remote from Dubai, suggesting his involvement in the Mahadev betting app scandal. She claimed that the Congress government had cheated the women of Chhattisgarh by not fulfilling its promise to ban liquor, instead looting Rs 2,000 crore through a liquor scam. from Times of India https://ift.tt/vXAnYTz via IFTTT

The AI tool, designed to have a cheeky tone to its writing, is not yet widely available. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iY94l6L

The US Secretary of State says such a step would allow Hamas to carry out further attacks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AuOEDT2

Jazmine Hughes, a staff writer for the New York Times Magazine, resigned after violating the company's policy by signing an open letter accusing Israel of genocide against Palestinians. The letter, titled "Writers Against the War on Gaza," blamed Israel for deaths in a terrorist attack by Hamas. The conflict between Israel and Gaza has led to restrictions on freedom of expression, with many institutions dealing with members who feel strongly about the conflict. Hughes had previously criticized her newspaper's op-ed desk for publishing a column by Senator Tom Cotton. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WYAz5ak via IFTTT

S Jaishankar has stated that there is room for diplomacy to address the ongoing bilateral row between India and Canada. The relationship between the two countries deteriorated after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged Indian involvement in the killing of a Khalistani terrorist. India rejected the allegations and called them absurd. Jaishankar emphasized that sovereignty and sensitivity cannot be one-way streets and expressed hope for a resolution. Canada has withdrawn 41 diplomats from India, and visa services have recently been resumed. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xfraCnA via IFTTT

A journalist working for the Palestinian Authority's tv channel was killed in an Israeli strike on Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7PA05LJ

A recent study led by US scientist James Hansen suggests that global warming is happening faster than previously thought, and a critical temperature limit could be crossed within the next decade. The research reveals that the Earth's climate is more responsive to human activities than previously understood, meaning that a “dangerous” burst of heating will be unleashed which could lead to a significant increase in global temperatures, with the world becoming 1.5°C hotter than what it was within the 2020s and 2°C hotter by 2050. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Utn4IJz via IFTTT

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The world's biggest economy keeps borrowing costs higher in a bid to control price rises. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lxu5oZk