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WorldPhoto: NDTV WorldIn Yellowstone National Park, a driver named Kyle Weber had a frightening encounter when a large bison charged and hit his truck around 2:45 am near Mud Volcano. Weber had stopped after seeing the bison on the road, but the animal unexpectedly charged the vehicle before running off into the darkness. The incident was captured on dashcam and shared by Weber's friend Stephen Borgmier.
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EntertainmentPhoto: Deccan HeraldKolkata's Durga Puja pandals showcase diverse themes this year. Behala's Debdaru Phatak Club draws inspiration from 19th-century Kalighat paintings, reinterpreting colonial-era urban life through bold visuals and satire. Haridevpur's 41 Pally Club emphasizes transgender inclusion, while north Kolkata's Kashi Bose Lane celebrates nature and community via Warli art. These themes reflect cultural heritage, social change, and harmony with nature.
Deccan Herald··Kolkata
SciencePhoto: Deccan HeraldHeavy rains lashed Chennai and nearby districts, marking the start of the northeast monsoon, the Regional Meteorological Centre said. North Chennai recorded 6-10 cm rainfall in under an hour, with Uthiramerur receiving 15 cm and Manalurpet 12 cm in 24 hours. The IMD issued a yellow alert for 17 districts, including Chennai, until October 23, due to an active monsoon phase driven by cyclonic circulation and a Bay of Bengal trough.
Deccan Herald··Chennai
PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldThe Congress party criticized the Election Commission's recent decision to provide searchable electoral rolls, calling it a result of nationwide protests against alleged voter fraud. Congress leaders, including Jairam Ramesh and Rahul Gandhi, have long demanded searchable voter rolls, which were stopped in 2018 after bogus voters were found in Madhya Pradesh. They insist Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar be removed and the Special Summary Revision (SSR) suspended immediately.
Deccan Herald··New Delhi
PoliticsPhoto: News18 WorldUS Vice-President JD Vance defended his controversial remark calling H-1B visa workers "foreign indentured servants," citing his South Indian in-laws and emphasizing the need to balance welcoming foreign professionals with protecting American workers. He acknowledged imperfect rhetoric but argued US companies should not replace American employees with foreign workers if suitable domestic candidates exist. His wife, Usha Vance, is the daughter of Indian immigrants.
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EntertainmentPhoto: TOI EntertainmentEllen DeGeneres recently expressed nostalgia for her television career during a talk show, recalling the camaraderie with writers and viewers. Now living in the UK since 2024, she mentioned whimsical ideas for new projects but has not confirmed any official plans. Her comments suggest a possible return to television, exciting fans about future developments.
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Photo: NDTV WorldIn Yellowstone National Park, a driver named Kyle Weber had a frightening encounter when a large bison charged and hit his truck around 2:45 am near Mud Volcano. Weber had stopped after seeing the bison on the road, but the animal unexpectedly charged the vehicle before running off into the darkness. The incident was captured on dashcam and shared by Weber's friend Stephen Borgmier.
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