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Donald Trump’s planned meeting with Vladimir Putin in Budapest is on hold, a US official said, after talks between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov. European leaders welcomed the pause, opposing any concessions by Ukraine. The Kremlin cited the need for “serious preparation,” while Zelenskyy pushes for more US support.
The UN’s human rights operations face an “existential threat” amid major funding cuts, warned the International Service for Human Rights. Washington’s failure to pay dues and moves by China and Russia to defund rights bodies risk crippling accountability efforts. A UN war crimes probe in Congo has already stalled due to lack of funds, the […]
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Ecuador’s coast, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported. The quake occurred at a depth of 35 km (22 miles). Authorities are monitoring the situation as residents in nearby regions felt strong tremors. No immediate reports of damage, casualties, or tsunami warnings have been issued.
A fire broke out near Gate 31 of Rashtrapati Bhavan, originating from domestic articles on the ground floor of a two-story building. Five fire tenders responded swiftly and controlled the blaze. So far, no injuries have been reported. In another incident, seven people were rescued from a fire caused by firecrackers in west Delhi’s Mohan […]
Andhra Pradesh secured a $15 billion Google AI hub in Vizag, sparking criticism from Tamil Nadu’s AIADMK, which slammed CM MK Stalin for missing the opportunity despite CEO Sundar Pichai’s Tamil roots. AIADMK called it a “lost chance” for Tamil Nadu, while DMK highlighted a ₹15,000 crore Foxconn investment coming to the state.
After Diwali, Delhi woke up to toxic air despite curbs. AAP slammed CM Rekha Gupta-led BJP for failing to curb pollution, mocking her mispronunciation of AQI. BJP blamed citizens and stubble burning. AAP accused the government of inaction, spreading firecracker use, and lying about artificial rain, while Congress criticized failure to implement court orders.
Sanae Takaichi has become Japan’s first female Prime Minister after winning a majority in the 465-seat lower house with 237 votes. As the head of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, her victory marks a historic moment. Takaichi has previously held key ministerial roles under former prime ministers Shinzo Abe and Fumio Kishida.
Chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, 29, a former child prodigy and influential American player, has passed away. Trained at Charlotte Chess Club, he became a grandmaster at 18, won the Under-12 World Championship, authored strategy books, and excelled in blitz chess, recently claiming the US National Blitz Championship. Cause of death is unknown.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin declared today a public holiday, encouraging staggered returns to manage the post-Diwali rush. Southern and Southwestern Railways announced special trains to Chennai and Bengaluru. While many bus and train bookings are full, numerous travelers are waiting for last-minute seats on these additional services to ensure smooth travel.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed sorrow over the passing of Govardhan Asrani, calling him a versatile and gifted entertainer who brought joy to generations. He highlighted Asrani’s unforgettable performances and lasting contribution to Indian cinema. PM Modi offered condolences to his family and fans, honoring his legacy and wishing him peace.
AP CM Chandrababu Naidu will be on a 3-day foreign tour starting today. As part of this, he will visit Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE. He will extend an invitation to foreign investors to attend the CII Summit in Visakhapatnam in November 2025. The goal of his foreign visit is to attract significant […]
The Delhi Fire Services received 269 calls on Diwali night, mostly minor fires from firecrackers and diyas, with no major accidents or injuries reported. On high alert, all stations and quick response teams were deployed, staff leaves canceled, and equipment checked. DFS emphasized detailed planning and public safety, handling more calls than last year’s 200.
The US and Australia signed a critical minerals deal after China’s new export controls on rare earths. Hosted by Trump, the agreement aims to boost bilateral trade, with rare earths valued at $2 billion. Trump endorsed AUKUS, confirmed submarine plans, and hinted at a potential strong trade deal with China, while downplaying Taiwan invasion risks.
The IMD forecasts continuous rainfall in Tamil Nadu until October 23 due to the Northeast Monsoon and low-pressure systems over the Comorin Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Arabian Sea. Light to heavy rains with thunderstorms are expected, with alerts for districts including The Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Theni, Tirupur, Erode, Salem, Tenkasi, and southern coastal areas.
Delhi’s air quality worsened on Diwali, with 34 of 38 monitoring stations in the ‘Red Zone,’ showing ‘very poor’ to ‘severe’ levels. The city’s 24-hour AQI rose to 345 from 326, with Dwarka and Wazirpur above 400. Transport and industrial emissions contributed heavily. Authorities invoked Stage II of the GRAP, expecting conditions to worsen in [&h...