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Sukhwinder Singh Calcutta, son of a former sarpanch, was shot dead in Sehna village, Barnala. Police arrested three suspects—Harjinder Singh, Gurdeep Das, and Jagwinder Singh—recovering the weapon and vehicle used. A monetary dispute appears to be the motive. All accused have prior criminal records. Investigations continue, with no political angle found yet.
Japanese grandmaster Masanobu Sato, 74, travels to Kerala to learn the fading martial art of Kalaripayattu from Akhil Achuthan. Despite his Karate mastery, Sato trains with humility in the rare Vattayanthirippu style. Together, Sato and Akhil keep this ancient tradition alive, preserving a legacy at risk of disappearing even in its homeland.
October 2025 is packed with major game launches across all platforms. Highlights include Ghost of Yōtei, Battlefield 6, Pokémon Legends Z-A, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, Ninja Gaiden 4, The Outer Worlds 2, and indie gem Mina the Hollower. From action-packed shooters to RPGs and nostalgic adventures, there’s something for everyone.
Seventeen people died in Darjeeling after heavy rains triggered landslides, cutting off road access to Sikkim. Key tourist routes and services, including the toy train, have been suspended. Rescue operations are underway, with authorities urging caution. The weather department warns of continued rainfall and flash flood risks. Nearby regions and Nepal also report deaths.
Rhea Chakraborty announced her long-awaited “Chapter 2” after regaining her passport, five years after Sushant Singh Rajput’s death and her arrest in the related drug case. The Mumbai High Court directed the NCB to return her passport. Once vilified by media, Rhea now looks ahead with hope and resilience toward a fresh start.
A six-year-old boy from Rajasthan’s Churu district died after reportedly consuming dextromethorphan-based cough syrup. His condition worsened after medication, leading to his referral to JK Lon Hospital in Jaipur, where he died. While doctors cite meningitis, the family blames the syrup. Officials have launched an investigation. The drug’s past blacklisting raises concern.
India and the UK began the Konkan naval exercise in the Western Indian Ocean, now featuring aircraft carriers INS Vikrant and HMS Prince of Wales together for the first time. The four-day drill aims to boost joint maritime and air operations. Held since 2004, this edition marks a major milestone in bilateral defense cooperation.
Chhole and rajma are nutritious legumes rich in protein and fibre. Rajma has higher protein content, ideal for muscle maintenance and satiety. Chhole offers better digestion and blood sugar control. For weight loss, choose based on goals—rajma for protein, chhole for lighter meals. Alternating both ensures balanced nutrition, aiding sustainable weight loss.
Congress has appointed senior leaders, including former CMs Ashok Gehlot and Bhupesh Baghel, to closely oversee Bihar Assembly polls. This comes amid controversy over voter deletions in the state’s revised list. The party aims to prevent vote theft, especially protecting women voters, and will micro-manage elections at the district level to ensure fair voting.
Two UP police constables, Rahul Kumar and Sachin Kumar, tried to help a prisoner escape Dasna jail using a private vehicle. Suspicious prison authorities stopped them when they insisted on taking only one inmate instead of six. Both constables were suspended, a case filed, and further investigation is underway.
Jharkhand is on high alert as Maoists announce ‘Resistance Week’ from October 8-14 and a bandh on October 15. Police have strengthened security in vulnerable areas, conducting IED checks and monitoring rural markets. The protests respond to alleged fake encounters where Maoist leaders were reportedly killed by security forces this year.
Hamas calls for rapid prisoner exchange with Israel as negotiators meet in Egypt to end the nearly two-year war. Talks follow US-backed ceasefire plans, with demands for a halt in hostilities. Despite ongoing Israeli strikes killing civilians in Gaza, hopes remain for a ceasefire and hostage release during the upcoming Sukkot festival.
Apple’s iPhone 17, launched at Rs 82,900, now sees its first significant price drop on Zepto to Rs 78,079, with an additional Rs 250 off via RBL Bank Credit Card, totaling Rs 5,071 savings. The phone features a 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED display, A19 chip, dual 48MP cameras, and advanced connectivity with iOS 26.
Russia launched over 50 missiles and 500 drones across nine Ukrainian regions overnight, killing at least five civilians, including a teenager, and damaging civilian infrastructure in Lviv, Zaporizhzhia, and Sloviansk. Power outages were widespread. President Zelenskyy urged Western allies for more air defense to counter Russian attacks
During the Miss Rishikesh audition, a Hindutva group disrupted the event, claiming it opposed their culture. Models, dressed in western attire, stood their ground, confronting the group’s moral policing. The heated incident went viral, sparking praise for the participants’ courage and criticism of misplaced priorities and hypocrisy within cultural policing.