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WorldPhoto: Hindu WorldAn Austrian Airlines flight from Tel Aviv to Vienna was diverted to Sofia, Bulgaria, on October 18, 2026, due to a bomb threat. The Bulgarian air force escorted the Airbus A320 with a MiG-29 fighter jet. After landing, 51 passengers and six crew were evacuated, and a security search was conducted. Passengers will be rebooked on alternative flights.
Hindu World··Sofia
HealthPhoto: Hindu BusinessDisabled individuals face permanent elevated living costs including home retrofitting and full-time caregiving. According to the 2018 National Sample Survey, out-of-pocket healthcare expenses for disability exceed 20% of an average household budget, rising above 30% for lower-income families. Earnings potential is severely restricted, and government welfare mainly targets poverty alleviation rather than sustaining middle-class independence. Healthcare inflation ranges from 11-13%, higher than general inflation of 5-6%.
Hindu Business·
BusinessPhoto: TOI BusinessOil prices declined following US President Donald Trump's decision to waive sanctions on Russia, raising concerns about supply stability. Brent crude fell to $108.3 per barrel, and West Texas Intermediate dropped to $101.2 per barrel. Ongoing security risks in the Middle East and uncertain US-Iran negotiations continue to contribute to market instability.
TOI Business·
HealthPhoto: Prabhat KhabarA 2024 study published in the Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences examined 30 water bottles—15 PET plastic and 15 stainless steel. PET bottles had an average microbial load of 68.8 CFU/ml, while steel bottles had 35.4 CFU/ml. Microbial load increased by 70% in PET and 23% in steel bottles within 3 hours of use. Cleaning reduced the load to 11.2 CFU/ml on average. CFU indicates colony-forming units of microbes.
Prabhat Khabar·
EntertainmentPhoto: Economic TimesTiger Shroff was unharmed when unidentified attackers fired at his vehicle in Mumbai's Juhu area, injuring two people including his driver. Police suspect the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, known for previous threats to Bollywood stars. Similar security concerns have been raised for actors Salman Khan and Ranveer Singh amid growing fears of targeted attacks in the industry.
Economic Times··Mumbai
EntertainmentPhoto: MintComedian Neetu Bhardwaj accused fellow comedians Abhishek Upmanyu, Urooj Ashfaq, and others of stalking her and her family, hacking their phones, and sharing private information. She made these allegations on Instagram, claiming they also stole her jokes. The accusations have sparked controversy within the comedy community.
Mint·
Hindu World··Sofia
Photo: Hindu WorldAn Austrian Airlines flight from Tel Aviv to Vienna was diverted to Sofia, Bulgaria, on October 18, 2026, due to a bomb threat. The Bulgarian air force escorted the Airbus A320 with a MiG-29 fighter jet. After landing, 51 passengers and six crew were evacuated, and a security search was conducted. Passengers will be rebooked on alternative flights.
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