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ScienceThe Los Angeles Zoo announced the first successful births under Project Obscurus, an international recovery effort for the New Mexico ridge-nosed rattlesnake. On August 18, a litter of five neonates was born, followed by a single neonate on August 28, totaling six newborn rattlesnakes to aid species recovery.
TOI Science··Los Angeles
HealthAuthorities seized 170 kg of ghee adulterated with butter, palm oil, vanaspati, and harmful chemicals at Shiva Gayatri Milk Dairy in Ongole. The dairy supplied hotels, hostels, biryani outlets, and wholesale shops. Officials confiscated raw materials worth ₹20 lakh during a surprise inspection on October 6, 2026. Approximately 3,000 kg of such ghee, valued at ₹12.80 lakh, was sold monthly.
The Hindu··Ongole
PoliticsA petition has requested the creation of standard operating procedures to mandate continuous use of body-worn cameras by Delhi Police and RAF personnel during crowd control, protest management, or dispersal duties. This aims to enhance accountability and transparency during such operations in the capital.
DNA India··Delhi
WorldBob Hope’s 2,308-acre ranch in the Simi Hills east of Thousand Oaks, California, has been sold for $16.7 million and converted into federal parkland. The property includes scenic areas like Palo Comado Canyon and China Flat, known for their natural beauty before becoming public parkland. This sale preserves the landscape of rolling meadows, oak-lined canyons, and grassy flats.
TOI World··Thousand Oaks
BusinessAmazon Prime members get early access to the Great Indian Festival starting October 7, a day before the sale opens to all on October 8. Prime members enjoy up to 10% extra savings on select deals, plus bank offers like 10% instant discounts on SBI cards and 5% cashback with Amazon Pay ICICI Bank Credit Card. Tech deals include Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16.
News18 Tech·
BusinessTitan Company's share price dropped nearly 5% following its Q2FY27 financial report, despite showing strong year-on-year growth across consumer segments. Experts suggest investors consider waiting for clearer signs of market stabilization before buying this Tata Group stock. The report highlights mixed market reactions despite positive growth figures.
Mint Markets·
TOI Science··Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Zoo announced the first successful births under Project Obscurus, an international recovery effort for the New Mexico ridge-nosed rattlesnake. On August 18, a litter of five neonates was born, followed by a single neonate on August 28, totaling six newborn rattlesnakes to aid species recovery.
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