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13 dead in Bosnia flash floods, landslides

Sudden flash floods and landslides across Bosnia and Herzegovina led to the death of 13 people and left dozens injured, reported Al Jazeera on Saturday.

Israel's decision to declare Guterres persona non-grata 'troubling, regrettable': WHO chief

World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has offered support to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres after Israel declared him “persona non-grata,” terming Tel Aviv’s decision “troubling and regrettable.”

Vance doesn't reflect integrity of people of Ohio: Walz

As the presidential campaign heats up, Democratic vice presidential candidate, Tim Walz attacked his Republican rival, JD Vance, saying that the Ohio Senator does not reflect the “integrity” of the people in the state, The Hill reported.

France: 15-year-old boy stabbed 50 times, burned alive in Marseille

In a gruesome incident, a 15-year-old boy was brutally murdered in Marseille, southern France, the prosecutors said.

Trump returns to Butler for first time since assassination attempt, Musk dances on stage

Former US President Donald Trump on Saturday returned for a campaign rally to Pennsylvania town where he survived an assassination attempt this July.

BIDEN SLAMS TRUMP OVER HURRICANE DISASTER FUNDS MISMANAGEMENT

US President Joe Biden hit out at former President Donald Trump on Sunday over the alleged mismanagement of funds for the victims of Hurricane 'Helene' that struck the southeastern US in late September leaving hundreds of people dead and many injured.

Typhoon Krathon results in USD 12 million agricultural losses in Taiwan

Typhoon Krathon in Taiwan has resulted in significant agricultural losses, totaling NT$387 million (USD 12 million) as of Sunday, the Central Emergency Operation Center stated, the Taiwan News reported.

Bangladesh Army Chief assures security for Hindu community ahead of Durga Puja

Bangladesh Army Chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman assured the Hindu community on Saturday to provide security ahead of Durga Puja.

Hong Kong's plan to install thousands of surveillance cameras sparks concern

The local authorities aim to install 2,000 additional surveillance cameras this year, with plans for further expansion in subsequent years.

US issues alert for citizens in Pakistan against potential protest activity

The US Embassy and consulates in Pakistan on Friday (local time) cautioned US citizens in the country against potential protest activity in various locations in Pakistan from October 4-7.

PTI holding protests to sabotage SCO Summit: Pak Minister

Pakistan Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi has said that Imran Khan-founded Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf is holding protests only to sabotage the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, Geo News reported.

Netanyahu slams France's embargo call against Israel

Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, said that \"all civilised countries\" should be standing firmly by Israel's side as it \"fights the forces of barbarism\" led by Iran, as he dubbed French President Emmanuel Macron's call for an arms embargo against Israel a \"shame.

ISRAEL INTERCEPTS SEVERAL SUSPECTED DRONES LAUNCHED FROM LEBANON

The tensions between the two countries __ continue to remain high as several suspected drones launched from Lebanon were shot down by Israeli air defences on Sunday, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said.

SC Dismissed Petition Seeking Review Of Judgement Which Struck Down Electoral Bonds Scheme

The Supreme Court in the case Mathews J Nedumpara and Another vs.Association for Democratic Reforms and Others observed and has dismissed the petition filed seeking a review of the Constitution Bench judgment which struck down the Electoral Bonds scheme as unconstitutional.

Punjab and Haryana High Court Declines Transfer Cruelty Case Over Claims That Trial Judge Was Being Influenced By Bar Member: 'Allegations Made To Pollute Stream Of Justice'

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case VXXXXX v. State of Punjab & Anr observed and has dismissed the petition filed to transfer a cruelty case from a district court filed on the ground that the judge was allegedly acting under the influence of a bar member who was related to the petitioner’s wife, observing that “allegations made by the petitioner have the tendency to pollute the stream of justice.”

SC: Suspension Of Sentence Can't Be Denied Merely Because Another Trial Is Pending Against Accused | Section 389 CrPC

The Supreme Court in the case Jitendra And Ors. Versus State Of Uttar Pradesh observed that a pendency of trial against the accused in one case cannot be a ground to deny him the benefit of a suspension of sentence.

High Court's New Division Bench Headed By Justice Navin Chawla To Hear Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam Bails Tomorrow: Delhi Riots

The Delhi High Court in the case will hear the tomorrow the bail petition filed by Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and other accused persons in connection with the UAPA case alleging a larger conspiracy related to the 2020 North-East Delhi riots.

High Court: Illegal Sale Of Liquor Contrary To Delhi Excise Act Big Menace, Needs To Be Curbed With Heavy Hand

The Delhi High Court in the case Ms.Monika v. State NCT of Delhi And Ors observed that 'bootlegging and illegal' sale of liquor, which being contrary to the provisions of Delhi Excise Act, is a big menace to the society and needs to be curbed with a heavy hand.

SUPREME COURT ORDERS SURPRISE INSPECTIONS OF ASSAM'S MATIA TRANSIT CAMP TO ASSESS HYGIENE AND LIVING CONDITIONS

The Supreme Court in the case Rajubala Das v. Union of India and Anr observed and has directed the Assam State Legal Services Authority, SLSA for conducting surprise inspections of the Matia Transit Camp for housing foreign nationals in Goalpara, Assam to assess the facility's hygiene conditions, availability of food, and overall living conditions.

Q2 economic outlook boosts exports, employment growth: CII

India's economic outlook for the second quarter (Q2) of the financial year (FY) 2025 appears promising, with the industry expecting greater export orders and enhanced employment sentiment in the country, a survey by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) stated.

75% tech leaders eye generative AI for competitive edge: Report

With artificial intelligence (AI) gaining prominence in businesses, seventy-five per cent of technology leaders are exploring Generative AI for implementation within the next year, according to Experian's report conducted by Forrester Consulting.

FPI sell-off drains Rs 27,000 cr

The Indian stock market has been experiencing heavy selling pressure since the beginning of October, driven by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) pulling out large sums.

Hyundai IPO not great deal for Indian investors: Report

The upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Hyundai Motors India has sparked significant interest in the Indian markets, but a recent report by Aequitas Investments suggests it may not be as promising for Indian investors as anticipated.

PSBs' Q2 profits dip

As the earnings season for the second quarter of FY25 unfolds, public sector banks (PSBs) are expected to see a slight dip in profits compared to the previous quarter, according to a report by Motilal Oswal.

Tomato prices soar to Rs 120/kg amid supply crisis

Tomato prices have skyrocketed in Indore, with retail prices surpassing Rs 120 per kilogram, according to vegetable traders from the city's Choithram market.

SITHARAMAN MEETS BHUTANESE COUNTERPART, G20 INDEPENDENT EXPERT GROUP

The discussion emphasized growing financial cooperation, with Bhutan adopting India's BHIM UPI and RuPay, enhancing cross-border digital infrastructure.

Man playing Ram suffers heart attack on stage, dies

A 56-year-old man died after he suffered a heart attack on stage while performing the role of Lord Rama at a Ramlila in Vishwakarma Nagar of Shahdara, police on Sunday said.

Delhi-London flight diverted to Copenhagen

An Air India flight from Delhi to London was diverted to Copenhagen on Sunday due to a medical emergency, according to an airline official.

Delhi-NCR continues to reel under hot weather conditions

Many regions in northwest India, including Delhi, are experiencing above-normal day and night temperatures following the withdrawal of the monsoon.

4th day of Shardiya Navratri: Aarti performed at Jhandewalan temple

The morning aarti was performed at the Jhandewalan Mata temple in the national capital on Sunday morning on the fourth day of Shardiya Navratri.