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WorldA powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Panama on Friday, causing buildings and roads to collapse in the country's center. The tremor lasted about a minute and was felt nationwide, including Panama City, where people evacuated skyscrapers amid panic. President Jose Raul Mulino called it a major disaster, reporting some roads completely collapsed. No immediate casualties were reported.
HT World··Panama City
ScienceA magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck near Pitaloza Arriba in Panama's Herrera province on October 9, 2026, at a depth of 10 km. It caused building collapses and evacuations, with aftershocks including a 6.6 magnitude quake later that day. The quake was felt as far as Colombia, shaking Panama City and damaging cars from falling debris, according to the US Geological Survey.
Hindu World··Pitaloza Arriba
PoliticsDelhi Police denied permission for the Cockroach Janta Party's protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The demonstration was against alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Due to the protest, transport, schools, and shops in Delhi were affected, with several closures reported.
Mint··Delhi
SportsWest Indies successfully chased a target of 250 runs set by India, reaching 252/4 in 18.3 overs in the second T20I at Ranchi. This is the highest successful T20I chase against India and the second-highest chase overall in the format. Shai Hope led the visitors to a six-wicket victory.
NDTV Business··Ranchi
PoliticsAhead of the CJP protest on Saturday, Delhi Police imposed strict security measures including barricading roads, shutting metro stations, and cutting mobile internet in central Delhi. The city’s borders were checked, and the area around Jantar Mantar was heavily secured, making central Delhi resemble a fortress by Friday night to prevent protesters from gathering.
Times of India··Delhi
WorldPassengers traveling from Jammu and Katra faced major disruptions after four trains were cancelled on October 9, 2026, due to expected traffic congestion near New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations. The Railway Board cancelled over 250 trains ahead of the October 10 protest by the Cockroach Janta Party demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Special arrangements were made to assist stranded passengers.
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HT World··Panama City
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Panama on Friday, causing buildings and roads to collapse in the country's center. The tremor lasted about a minute and was felt nationwide, including Panama City, where people evacuated skyscrapers amid panic. President Jose Raul Mulino called it a major disaster, reporting some roads completely collapsed. No immediate casualties were reported.
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