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PoliticsPhoto: TOI WorldStacia Davis from Indiana lost her legal challenge against her late father's will, which left his entire estate to his fiancee. The Indiana Court of Appeals upheld the decision and ordered Davis to pay $22,208 in attorney fees due to serious issues found in her appeal. She failed to prove the will was invalid.
TOI World··Indiana
BusinessPhoto: Deccan HeraldThe Bengaluru Metro Pink Line, under construction for over a decade, now has an underground section costing over Rs 1,000 crore per km, nearly doubling the original estimate. The 21.26-km line's cost rose from Rs 8,730 crore to Rs 17,346 crore. Its 13.76-km underground stretch will cost Rs 13,876 crore, comparable to the Rs 1,061 crore per km Hebbal-Silk Board tunnel road project. The Pink Line's cost per km also exceeds the Red Line's Phase 3A estimate.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru
EntertainmentPhoto: TOI EntertainmentThe Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) condemned the recent firing incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's vehicle. FWICE has called for immediate security measures to protect the actor and his family, emphasizing the need for their safety following the attack.
TOI Entertainment·
WorldPhoto: Hindu WorldA fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta on October 17, 2026, resulted in four deaths and 39 hospitalizations. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reported that at least 19 of the hospitalized are in critical condition. The incident prompted a press conference in Edmonton on October 18, where Premier Smith and Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed the casualties and injuries.
Hindu World··Edmonton
PoliticsPhoto: Hindu WorldSeveral Afghan Taliban personnel were killed in a retaliatory action by Pakistani forces along the border. The firing occurred in the Taida sector, Upper Kurram, and Ghuz Garhi areas. According to security officials, the Afghan Taliban allegedly opened fire to facilitate cross-border infiltration of militants, prompting the response from Pakistan.
Hindu World·
WorldPhoto: Deccan HeraldIndian Railways has issued a new advisory warning passengers against using mobile phones in speaker mode on trains and railway premises. Passengers are urged to use earphones and keep conversations quiet to avoid disturbing others. Southern Railway will raise awareness via announcements and notices. Violators face fines of Rs 1,000, removal from premises, and possible imprisonment up to six months under Section 145 (2) (a) of the Railways Act.
Deccan Herald·
TOI World··Indiana
Photo: TOI WorldStacia Davis from Indiana lost her legal challenge against her late father's will, which left his entire estate to his fiancee. The Indiana Court of Appeals upheld the decision and ordered Davis to pay $22,208 in attorney fees due to serious issues found in her appeal. She failed to prove the will was invalid.
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