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Kolkata Police Seek Voice Samples of Two Accused in Durga Puja Stampede

Kolkata Police have requested court permission to collect voice samples from Sanjib Raha and Kushal Majumdar, arrested in connection with the Chorbagan Durga Puja stampede. Investigators aim to match their voices with loudspeaker announcements made on October 17 that allegedly caused panic and led to 19 deaths. Audio and video evidence is being examined to reconstruct the event sequence.

Deccan Herald··Kolkata

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PoliticsPhoto: The News Minute

CM Shivakumar Sanctions Prosecution of IAS Officer Gangwar in KPSC Leak Case

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has approved prosecuting suspended IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar, former Controller of Examinations at KPSC, for allegedly leaking Veterinary Officers' recruitment exam papers. Gangwar is accused of leaking questions and answers via middleman Basavaraj Kannale, who reportedly collected Rs 1.5 crore from candidates, with Rs 1.3 crore given to Gangwar. Shivakumar emphasized the government's commitment to transparency and fairness in recruitment.

The News Minute··Bengaluru

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BusinessPhoto: ET Energy Power

KEC International Wins ₹2,872 Crore PGCIL Orders for 765 kV Lines

KEC International has secured contracts worth ₹2,872 crore from PGCIL for the design, supply, and installation of 765 kV high-voltage transmission lines. These recent wins have helped the company achieve a year-to-date order intake exceeding ₹13,500 crore, marking a significant growth in its business.

ET Energy Power·

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SciencePhoto: News18 Hindi

Invisible Pest Attacks Cauliflower Plants in Mithilanchal

Farmers in Mithilanchal are troubled by an invisible pest attacking cauliflower crops. These pests are visible in the morning but disappear during the day. Agricultural scientists advise farmers to monitor their fields in the morning to correctly identify the pests and avoid spraying pesticides without expert guidance.

News18 Hindi·

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PoliticsPhoto: Prabhat Khabar

Farooq Abdullah Claims Pakistan Protects Kashmiris, BJP Responds

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah stated in Baramulla that Pakistan raises the Kashmir issue internationally, which helps protect Kashmiris. He criticized the central government and expressed distrust in Delhi's intentions. BJP countered by urging Abdullah to visit Pakistan-occupied Kashmir to see the situation himself. Abdullah also highlighted concerns about Jammu and Kashmir's healthcare system during his speech.

Prabhat Khabar··Baramulla

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BusinessPhoto: TOI World

Jeff Bezos Linked to $69.5M Golden Beach Mansion Purchase

A $69.5 million oceanfront mansion in Golden Beach, Florida, has set a local sales record. The 17,500-square-foot estate was bought by Delaware-based Meridian Coast LLC, reportedly connected to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. If confirmed, this purchase would add to Bezos' estimated $234 million real estate holdings on Indian Creek Island near Miami.

TOI World··Golden Beach

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