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ScienceRubber vine, native to south-western Madagascar, was introduced to northern Queensland in the late 1860s as an ornamental plant. During World War II, Australia cultivated it as a potential rubber source, which contributed to its spread. The plant later became a serious invasive weed, impacting local ecosystems significantly.
TOI Science··Queensland
EntertainmentSoundarya Rajinikanth defended Bollywood actor Katrina Kaif, who faced social media trolling over postpartum weight gain after appearing at Ganesh Chaturthi. Soundarya highlighted the physical challenges of childbirth, especially after 35, and urged respect for women’s bodies. She emphasized that women’s biological experiences should be acknowledged without blame, supporting Katrina amid online criticism.
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PoliticsHouthi rebels claimed responsibility for attacks on Saudi airports in Abha and Riyadh, which killed three people. The Saudi General Authority for Civil Aviation did not assign blame for the strikes at Abha and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The attacks have raised tensions in the region amid ongoing conflict involving the Houthis.
Hindu World·
BusinessForeign portfolio investors sold Indian equities worth Rs 21,745 crore in the second half of September. Financial stocks saw the highest outflows of about Rs 6,943 crore. Significant selling also occurred in oil and gas and auto sectors due to profit-taking and portfolio rebalancing. Telecom stocks faced profit-taking ahead of the Jio Platforms IPO, impacting investor positions.
ET Markets·
PoliticsColombia is pursuing enhanced law enforcement cooperation with India to combat drug trafficking. The South American nation is also procuring drone shield technology from India's Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) to bolster its efforts against drug cartels and narco-terrorists. This move aims to strengthen Colombia's security measures in its ongoing fight against narcotics-related crime.
Mint·
WorldA tanker sailing 51 nautical miles off Qatar's north coast was struck by multiple projectiles, causing an unspecified number of casualties, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations agency on October 7, 2026. The incident is under investigation. The attack occurred about 500 km from the Strait of Hormuz, a region experiencing repeated maritime attacks amid ongoing conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
Hindu World·
TOI Science··Queensland
Rubber vine, native to south-western Madagascar, was introduced to northern Queensland in the late 1860s as an ornamental plant. During World War II, Australia cultivated it as a potential rubber source, which contributed to its spread. The plant later became a serious invasive weed, impacting local ecosystems significantly.
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