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EntertainmentLara Raj, a member of Katseye and Tamil-origin singer, made her Paris Fashion Week debut at the Loewe show on October 2. She wore a bright yellow halter dress along with traditional sindoor, maang tika, and bindi, sparking online debate about cultural symbolism versus fashion. Popular Instagram account Diet Sabya compared her look to the iconic TV character Komolika Basu.
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PoliticsFlydubai co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami is under investigation after posts linked to Al Qaeda surfaced. He allegedly attacked Indian captain Smit Machchhar on flight FZ1073 earlier this week, attempting to seize control of the aircraft and crash it. Authorities are probing the incident amid concerns of radicalization.
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WorldThe Volunteers (VTVO) will host the annual Hiriyara Jaatre elders’ fest in Bengaluru on October 4, 2026. Since 2017, the event gathers senior citizens from old-age homes for games, sports, entertainment, and cultural performances. This year, 800 elders from 40 homes will participate, supported by over 800 volunteers. Activities run from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at New Horizon Gurukul School, Kadubeesanahalli.
The Hindu··Bengaluru
WorldBrian Daley, a 60-year-old man from Utica, Minnesota, who went missing after his pontoon boat was found unattended in the Mississippi River, was found dead about 1.5 miles south of Lock and Dam 5 within Minnesota waters. Authorities launched a multi-agency search after the boat was discovered drifting near Merrick State Park, leading to the recovery of Daley's body.
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SportsIndia and West Indies are playing the third and final ODI match in New Chandigarh. India aims to win this match to secure a 3-0 series victory, while West Indies seeks to save their pride by winning the third ODI. The toss will take place shortly before the match begins.
News18Hi Sports··New Chandigarh
SportsWilliams F1 team adopts high-risk, simulation-driven strategies to score points despite lacking pure pace. Driver Alex Albon explained they rely on millions of simulations to find scenarios like staying out during safety cars, increasing chances of points. Powered by Mercedes, Williams ranks ninth this season with 12 points, ahead of Aston Martin and Cadillac, using aggressive tactics due to limited development.
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Lara Raj, a member of Katseye and Tamil-origin singer, made her Paris Fashion Week debut at the Loewe show on October 2. She wore a bright yellow halter dress along with traditional sindoor, maang tika, and bindi, sparking online debate about cultural symbolism versus fashion. Popular Instagram account Diet Sabya compared her look to the iconic TV character Komolika Basu.
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