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PoliticsPhoto: The Hindu

Anti-Drug Crusader Parvinder Singh Jhota Killed in Punjab

Parvinder Singh Jhota, an anti-drug activist, was shot dead at a medical store in Mansa district, Punjab, after confronting the owner for selling illegal substances. The accused, Ashwani, fled the scene but his accomplice was arrested. Police are searching for Ashwani, who allegedly used a licensed pistol. The incident has sparked outrage and criticism of the state's law and order under the Aam Aadmi Party.

The Hindu··Mansa

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NPCI Delays MDR Rollout on UPI Transactions Until After Diwali

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has postponed the implementation of the merchant discount rate (MDR) on select UPI transactions until after Diwali. This decision comes amid industry pushback. NPCI stated on Tuesday that a new implementation date will be announced separately.

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NFL Suspends Bears DE Montez Sweat for Two Games

The NFL has suspended Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat for two games without pay due to a violation of the league's performance-enhancing substances policy. Sweat will miss the Bears' games against the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots. He will be eligible to return on October 23, after the Week 7 game against the Patriots. Further details on the violation have not been disclosed.

HT Sports··Chicago

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WorldPhoto: Deccan Herald

Bengaluru Student Drowns in Hesaraghatta Lake

A 20-year-old BCA student named Harshashekhar drowned in Hesaraghatta Lake while swimming with friends in Bengaluru. He had told his family he was attending a Ganesha festival event but went to the lake with six friends. Unable to swim, he began drowning around 3 pm. His body was recovered by divers the next day and sent for post-mortem. Police registered an unnatural death case.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Man kills nephew over Rs 12 lakh in Hesaraghatta

In Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru, a 45-year-old man named Mohan allegedly killed his 15-year-old nephew Krishna, a Class 10 student, over Rs 12 lakh in the boy's bank account. The attack occurred around 10:30 pm while Krishna was asleep. Mohan, reportedly intoxicated, surrendered to police and was taken into custody. The incident sparked outrage among villagers demanding strict punishment.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Apple Launches Three New Devices to Boost Smart Home Market

Apple has introduced three new devices—HomeView, HomePod mini 2, and Apple TV 4K—in a renewed effort to expand its presence in the smart home market. The company aims to extend its Siri AI beyond smartphones and compete more effectively with Amazon and Google, where it has previously struggled to gain significant traction despite its strong premium electronics presence.

TOI Business·

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