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A small junction named ‘Pakistan Mukku’ in Kunnathoor panchayat, near the Kollam-Pathanamthitta border in Kerala, has sparked a political row. The issue arose after the PWD installed a name board following road work. BJP state general secretary Anoop Antony Joseph objected, linking the name to broader geopolitical sensitivities and public sentiment.
Israel’s Parliament hailed Trump as a president of peace and will campaign for his 2026 Nobel Peace Prize nomination. PM Netanyahu also announced Trump will receive Israel’s highest civilian award for his role in Middle East peace efforts. This follows Trump being overlooked for the 2025 Nobel, awarded to Venezuela’s Maria Corina Machado.
The BJP has nominated Sat Sharma, Ali Mohammad Mir, and Rakesh Mahajan for three of the four Rajya Sabha seats in Jammu and Kashmir. All three filed their nomination papers in Srinagar. The submissions were made before Assembly Secretary and Returning Officer Manoj Kumar Pandita ahead of the upcoming elections.
Indian indices closed marginally lower on October 13 after a volatile session, with Nifty 50 ending at 25,227.35, supported by late buying. Easing US-China tensions and Middle East peace talks aided recovery. Sensex fell 173 points. Sectors like IT and metals declined, while Bharti Airtel and Adani Ports were among key Nifty gainers.
Jan Suraaj released 65 more candidates for Bihar 2025 polls, totaling 116 so far. Prashant Kishor’s name is again absent, though he’s expected to contest from Raghopur. The list emphasizes caste and minority representation. With Bihar heading for a triangular contest, Jan Suraaj’s growing presence may reshape outcomes amid voter fatigue with traditional alliances.
A controversy erupted after Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi excluded women from his first press conference, highlighting a deeper power struggle over the Afghan Embassy in Delhi. Embassy staff, aligned with the former Afghan government, now fear for their safety. India’s MEA denies any involvement in the press interaction with Muttaqi.
US President Trump received a standing ovation in Israel’s Parliament after 20 hostages returned under a US-brokered ceasefire. Before addressing the Knesset, Trump held a private meeting with families of the freed hostages. The meeting was closed to independent media and attended only by official photographers from Trump and Netanyahu’s teams.
Siddhu Jonnalagadda’s upcoming film “Telusu Kada,” directed by debutant Neeraja Kona, will release in theaters on October 17. Rashi Kanna and Srinidhi Shetty played female lead roles in the film. The romantic comedy also features Harsha Chemudu and Ravi Mariya. The filmmakers released a trailer today and music composed by Thaman.
The NDA has finalized its Bihar seat-sharing: BJP and JD(U) to contest 101 seats each, LJP (Ram Vilas) gets 29, while HAM(S) and RLM secure six each. In contrast, the Mahagathbandhan remains undecided, with RJD hesitating to concede more seats to allies like Congress and VIP. Their final agreement is expected by Sunday.
Three Assamese expats who witnessed Zubeen Garg’s last moments in Singapore have responded to police summons and recorded their statements in Guwahati. Officials confirmed more Assamese NRIs in Singapore are expected to come forward soon to assist the ongoing investigation. The investigation into the case continues to progress steadily.
Telangana has sanctioned Rs 40.53 lakh for a pre-feasibility study for a greenfield airport in Peddapalli, with AAI appointed as consultant. Covering 591 acres in Anantharam village, the project promises improved connectivity and economic growth. MP G Vamshi Krishna hailed it as a milestone, vowing continued efforts to make Ramagundam airport a reality.
The Enforcement Directorate raided seven locations in Tamil Nadu linked to Sresan Pharma and drug control officials. The Drugs Control Department cancelled all licenses of Sresan Pharmaceuticals. A lab test found toxic diethylene glycol in a pediatric syrup, prompting the company’s permanent shutdown over serious health safety violations.
Health experts recommend eating soaked chia seeds 30–45 minutes before workouts. Rich in protein, fiber, and omega-3s, they offer slow-releasing energy, improve hydration, and aid muscle recovery. Eating them at night may cause bloating. Chia supports digestion, energy, and glowing skin when consumed pre-workout.
The Kerala High Court dismissed a PIL seeking a ban on Arundhati Roy’s Mother Mary Comes To Me over its cover showing her smoking a beedi. The petitioner claimed it lacked a statutory health warning. The court noted a disclaimer about smoking was printed at the back, ensuring legal compliance and creative freedom.
Motorola G96 5G is available on Flipkart during the Big Billion Days Sale for as low as Rs 12,000 with discounts, SBI card offers, and exchange bonuses. Launched in July, it features a 6.67-inch 144Hz display, Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor, 50MP camera, 5,500mAh battery, and Android 15. Two variants and four colors are offered.