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French Explorer Gave Māori Pigs in 1769, Leading to Feral Populations

In 1769, French explorer Jean François Marie de Surville gifted two pigs to the Māori in Doubtless Bay, New Zealand, where no land mammals existed before. These pigs reproduced and some escaped, establishing feral pig populations known as Captain Cookers. Additional pigs arrived later, including 56 given to northern chief Te Pahi between 1804 and 1806, aiding the spread of pigs among Māori tribes.

HT World·

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Politics

Delhi Court Grants Brij Bhushan Time to Respond to Plea Against Acquittal

A Delhi court has granted Brij Bhushan additional time to respond to a plea challenging his acquittal. When asked if the Delhi Police would file an appeal, the public prosecutor stated that no decision has been made yet and requested 15 days to inform the court about the decision.

The Hindu··Delhi

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Technology

Trump Honors Six Tech Leaders, Five Born Outside US

US President Donald Trump honored six technology leaders for their contributions to American innovation, despite suspending several tech companies from a green card program. Five of the honorees, including Satya Nadella, Elon Musk, and Lisa Su, were born outside the US. These leaders have helped make the US a global tech powerhouse, leveraging international talent. Michael Dell was the only US-born executive among them.

Firstpost Business·

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Entertainment

Ravi Mohan's 'Karathey Babu' Faces Censor Issues Like 'Jana Nayagan'

Ravi Mohan's film 'Karathey Babu' has encountered multiple delays due to objections from the censor committee over scenes resembling political leaders. Originally planned for a summer release, the date was postponed without confirmation. The filmmakers have submitted the film to the revising committee, and fans await updates on its theatrical release.

TOI Entertainment·

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Technology

Elon Musk Faces Regulatory Delays for Starlink in India

Elon Musk's satellite internet company Starlink is awaiting final regulatory approvals to start commercial operations in India. Despite obtaining an initial license, Starlink still needs security clearances and spectrum approvals. Musk has criticized Indian business interests, suggesting they protect monopolies, but the government denies discrimination, stating the same rules apply to all satellite providers. India maintains strict regulatory standards regardless of a company's global stature or ownership.

Deccan Herald·

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World

Several Trains to Delhi Canceled Due to CJP Protest Alert

Due to the proposed protest by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on October 10 in Delhi, several trains from other states to New Delhi have been canceled. Trains affected include Tejas Rajdhani, Sampoorna Kranti, Magadh Express, Amrit Bharat Express, and on October 9, Shivganga Express and Superfast Express from Banaras will also not run.

Aaj Tak··Delhi

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