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India is facing a rising threat from climate-sensitive diseases like malaria and dengue, according to the Lancet Countdown report. It emphasizes the need for enhanced healthcare infrastructure, community awareness, and effective flood adaptation plans due to rising sea levels. The report highlights record-breaking health risks and extreme temperatures harmful to human health.
4 wild elephants, including 3 females and 1 male, were found dead at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh’s Umaria district. Forest guards discovered the carcasses during a routine patrol. Officials suspect poisoning and await post-mortem results. 5 elephants from the same herd were found ill and are being treated by wildlife veterinarians, while the […]
YS Vijayamma, mother of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Ministers YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and YS Sharmila, stated that family assets were never divided during her husband YS Rajasekhara Reddy’s lifetime. Amid a property dispute, she requested privacy and accused YSRCP leaders of spreading false narratives. Jagan recently filed a plea regarding a share dispute in […]
Karnataka Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre has accused Hindustan Machine Tools (HMT) of illegally cutting down hundreds of trees in Peenya for the film “Toxic.” After reviewing satellite images, Khandre directed forest officials to take legal action. He plans to reclaim HMT land originally designated as forestland, alleging HMT unlawfully facilitated commercial activities, includ...
Three people, including the Veerarkavu Temple Committee President, were arrested following a fireworks accident during the Theyyam festival in Kerala’s Kasargod, which injured 154 individuals. The incident occurred at the Anjootambalam Veerarkavu Temple early Tuesday. MP Rajmohan Unnithan criticized police for their lack of vigilance, emphasizing the cultural significance of the festival.
Bollywood actor Salman Khan received a fresh death threat demanding ₹2 crore, warning of dire consequences if not paid. The Mumbai Traffic Police registered a case after a message was sent to them. Following the threat, police arrested 20-year-old Mohammad Tayyab in Noida. The threat comes after the murder of Baba Siddique, linked to Khan […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade today, October 30, 2024. The Sensex started trading today at 80255.51, down 113.52 points or 0.14%, and the Nifty was at 24371.45, down 95.40 points or 0.39%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 84.07 against the dollar.
The High Court will decide on actor Darshan’s interim bail application today, sought for spine surgery. Currently in judicial custody for the Renukaswamy murder case, Darshan’s lawyer argued that necessary medical equipment is unavailable in Ballari jail. The prosecution stated that surgery isn’t urgently needed and suggested referring Darshan to a medical board in Bengaluru [...
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant stated that Hezbollah’s new chief, Naim Qassem, is a “temporary appointment” unlikely to last long. This follows Qassem’s selection to succeed Hassan Nasrallah, killed in an Israeli strike last month. Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated since September 23, with over 1,700 fatalities reported in Lebanon amid ongoing m...
Reports say that Washington Sundar will enter the IPL auction in Riyadh next month, with SunRisers Hyderabad unlikely to retain him. Interest has been shown from the Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, and Gujarat Titans. SRH plans to retain Heinrich Klaasen, Pat Cummins, and Abhishek Sharma. Cummins will receive INR 18 crore, a pay cut […]
A rocket strike on the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) headquarters in Naqoura resulted in minor injuries to peacekeepers, according to a statement released on Tuesday. The attack, likely from Hezbollah or an affiliated group, caused a fire but no serious injuries. UNIFIL condemned the assault, reminding all parties of their obligations to […]
As the US election nears, Donald Trump’s campaign is bombarding airwaves with anti-trans ads targeting Kamala Harris, investing tens of millions in battleground states. Experts warn this divisive strategy could backfire, as rights groups criticize the ads for demonizing the vulnerable transgender community. They assert the campaign aims to exploit “culture war” messaging to sw...
Pakistan’s new white-ball captain, Muhammad Rizwan, initially reluctant to accept the role, has agreed to the PCB’s new selection policy, which limits his voting rights on touring squads and playing elevens. Following the resignation of head coach Gary Kirsten, Rizwan will serve in an advisory capacity, with the final decisions resting with the selection committee […]
Amid warnings from US federal authorities about threats to disrupt the democratic process, early ballot collection boxes were set on fire in Washington and Oregon. Similar devices had previously caused damage, raising concerns. In Florida, a bag of ballots was found on the roadside, reportedly dropped from a truck. The official election day is next […]
Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump by just one point, 44% to 43%, in a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll ahead of the November 5 election. Although she has led since July, her advantage has decreased over time. Voters favor Trump’s approach on the economy (47% to 37%) and immigration (48% to 33%), while Harris holds a slight […]