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During UK PM Keir Starmer’s India visit, PM Modi raised concerns over Khalistani extremism, urging legal action against such threats. Both leaders focused on trade, education, and global collaboration. Modi announced UK universities opening campuses in India, while the UK supported India’s UN Security Council bid. A historic FT Agreement also nears finalisation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged that Russia’s air defenses shot down an Azerbaijani airliner in December, killing 38 people. This marks his first public admission of responsibility for the incident. He made the statement during a meeting with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev at a summit in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
Anil Ravipudi’s ‘Meesala Pilla’ promo from ‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu’ has taken social media by storm. Chiranjeevi’s effortless moves, Bheems Ceciroleo’s catchy tune, and Nayanthara’s charm have fans hooked. With no full song date announced, anticipation is sky-high as requests flood Ravipudi’s inbox.
The Election Commission has directed political parties to avoid using AI tools to create deepfakes or spread misinformation online. Parties must clearly label AI-generated or digitally altered campaign content with terms like “AI-Generated” or “Synthetic Content.” The move aims to ensure transparency and prevent manipulation during elections through deceptive media.
CDSCO has launched audits and asked states to submit lists of cough syrup manufacturers following over 20 child deaths. Three syrups, Coldrif, Respifresh, and ReLife, were found to contain deadly diethylene glycol. CDSCO informed WHO and confirmed that none of the contaminated products were exported from India.
Moong dal cheela and besan cheela are both healthy breakfast options, rich in protein and fibre. Moong dal has a slight edge for weight loss due to its higher protein and lower glycaemic index. However, besan cheela is quicker to prepare. Both are nutritious, and adding veggies boosts their health benefits further.
UK PM Keir Starmer announced that British universities, including Lancaster and Surrey, have received approval to establish campuses in India. Southampton already opened in Delhi, while others like York and Bristol will follow next year. The move marks a growing UK-India education partnership aimed at expanding global academic access and collaboration.
Mayawati dismissed rumours of Azam Khan joining BSP, saying she meets people openly, not secretly. Speculation had grown over Khan’s dissatisfaction with the Samajwadi Party. However, he reaffirmed loyalty to SP during Akhilesh Yadav’s visit to Rampur. Mayawati’s remarks came during a Lucknow rally, where she attacked SP but avoided criticising the BJP.
Religious hate crimes in England and Wales surged since the Israel-Hamas war began in October 2023. Anti-Muslim and antisemitic incidents sharply rose, with over 10,000 new offences reported. A terrorist attack outside a Manchester synagogue deepened tensions. PM Keir Starmer condemned the violence, pledging stronger protection for affected communities.
Neerraja Kona debuts as director with ‘Telusu Kada,’ starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Raashii Khanna, and Srinidhi Shetty. The romantic drama hits screens on October 17, clashing with ‘Dude,’ ‘Mithra Mandali,’ and ‘K-Ramp.’ A trailer launches October 12, with music by Thaman and production by People Media Factory.
Garima Saikia, wife of late singer Zubeen Garg, urged eyewitnesses to come forward, saying the truth hasn’t surfaced even after 21 days. She appealed to stop politicizing his death and expressed doubts over the arrested individuals’ statements. Assam officer Sandipan Garg, Zubeen’s cousin, has been suspended and arrested in the case.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar defended Bengaluru’s traffic, comparing it to jams in London and other Indian metros. He argued congestion isn’t unique to the city. Shivakumar also claimed Karnataka’s freer media amplifies the issue, leading to greater noise online and in the press than in other states.
85-year-old vegetarian Dr. Asoka Jayaweera choked and later died after being told to “eat around” meat on a Qatar Airways flight. Despite pre-ordering a vegetarian meal, none were available. His son has filed a wrongful death lawsuit citing negligence. The incident raises concerns over airline handling of dietary needs and elderly passenger safety.
Karnataka Cabinet has approved one paid menstrual leave per month for women working in government offices and private sector companies. The move aims to support women’s health and promote inclusive workplaces. Karnataka joins Bihar, Kerala, Odisha, and Sikkim in implementing such policies. Activists have praised the decision.
Composer Ismail Darbar recalled Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai’s public fights, saying they were once very close. He also revealed his fallout with Sanjay Leela Bhansali during Heeramandi, blaming Bhansali’s casting of Shah Rukh in Devdas for straining ties with Salman. Darbar claimed he won’t work with Bhansali again, despite once considering him a godfather.