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At least 100 miners are feared dead after a gold pit collapsed Thursday in Zamfara State’s Kadauri site, witnesses said. Only 15 were rescued, while 13 bodies were recovered. Survivors described harrowing escapes as rescuers also suffocated. Illegal mining, rife in Zamfara and often controlled by armed gangs, continues to fuel deadly accidents.
Deutsche Lufthansa AG will cut 20% of administrative staff across the group, sparing operational roles like mechanics, cabin crew, and ground staff, a source said. The move, aimed at cost savings and turnaround efforts, comes ahead of Monday’s capital markets day in Munich. Shares rose up to 3.4% in Frankfurt, the most in seven weeks.
IRFC has sanctioned a ₹12,640 crore term loan to Chhattisgarh State Power Generation Co. for a 2×660 MW Super Critical Thermal Power Project at Korba (West). The agreement was signed in Raipur. IRFC said the move aligns with its diversification mandate across railway-linked infrastructure sectors, while maintaining a zero-NPA track record.
The H-1B visa has played a key role in advancing America’s tech sector by attracting top global talent. Visionaries like Elon Musk, Sundar Pichai, and Satya Nadella began their journeys in the US through this visa. Their contributions highlight the program’s impact on innovation and leadership in the technology industry.
A seemingly tense moment between Donald and Melania Trump was caught on camera as Marine One landed at the White House. Lip readers later suggested the exchange was about the recent UN “escalator gate” incident, not a personal dispute. Trump appeared protective, with one interpretation showing concern for Melania’s safety.
Polish climber Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to ski down Mount Everest without using supplemental oxygen, his team confirmed. He descended the 8,849-meter peak after successfully reaching the summit. The daring feat marks a historic milestone in high-altitude skiing and mountaineering achievements, showcasing extreme endurance, skill, and courage.
India dismissed NATO chief Mark Rutte’s claim of a Modi-Putin call on Ukraine as “factually incorrect and baseless.” The MEA urged NATO to exercise responsibility in statements. Amid rising US tariffs on Indian goods linked to Russian oil, India reaffirmed its commitment to protecting national interests and energy security.
Tensions have escalated in Ladakh following recent violent protests demanding statehood. The Union Home Ministry claimed that remarks made by environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk incited the unrest. In this context, police have arrested Wangchuk. The violence has resulted in 4 deaths and over 90 injuries, further intensifying the region’s political turmoil.
Erdogan and Trump made “meaningful progress” during their first White House meeting in six years, covering defense and trade. Trump said Turkey may stop buying Russian oil and hinted at lifting sanctions. This could allow Ankara to rejoin the F-35 fighter jet program and boost bilateral ties, strengthening NATO cooperation and strategic alignment.
A major Interpol operation across 14 African nations led to the arrest of 260 suspects involved in online romance and extortion scams. Carried out in July and August, the crackdown targeted fraudsters who lured victims into fake relationships. Victims were either financially exploited or blackmailed with explicit content.
Dulquer Salmaan has moved the Kerala High Court challenging the seizure of his Land Rover by customs officials. The car was taken from his Kochi home over alleged tax evasion linked to vehicles imported from Bhutan using fake documents. He is among several celebrities under investigation in the case, which has drawn widespread media attention.
The Allahabad High Court rejected Rahul Gandhi’s plea against a Varanasi court order over his 2024 US remarks on Sikh freedoms. The case, filed by Nageshwar Mishra, will now proceed in the MP/MLA court. Gandhi’s comments sparked political uproar, with critics calling them divisive and outside the court’s jurisdiction.
The Supreme Court denied Vikas Yadav’s plea to extend his interim bail. Yadav is serving a 25-year sentence for the 2002 Nitish Katara murder. Justices M.M. Sundresh and Satish Chandra Sharma heard his challenge to the Delhi High Court’s September 9 order refusing further bail extension, citing no exceptional grounds shown.
Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer visited Sri Durga Malleswara Swamyvarla Devasthanam. He had darshan of the Goddess, beautifully adorned in Sri Mahalakshmi Devi alankaram on the fifth day. The governor offered prayers during his visit to the revered temple, expressing hope for continued blessings and well-being of the devotees and the region.
The Supreme Court warned that a total ban on firecrackers could empower the mafia to illegally dominate the market. Chief Justice B.R. Gavai’s Bench referred to Bihar’s mining ban, which led to similar unlawful control. The court expressed concern over unintended consequences of outright prohibitions encouraging criminal activities.