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Mangaluru Ends Southern Railway Era, Joins South Western Railway

On October 1, Mangaluru officially transitioned from Southern Railway (SR) to South Western Railway (SWR). The Dakshina Kannada District Rail Users forum reflected on the city's century-long connection with SR, highlighting its role in regional railway infrastructure, freight, and passenger services since SR's formation in 1951 and the Palakkad Division's establishment. The forum acknowledged past criticisms but emphasized SR's historical significance.

The Hindu··Mangaluru

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Science

Coconut Shell Biochar Enhances Asphalt Strength and Heat Resistance

Engineers have studied coconut shell biochar as an additive for asphalt, discovering that incorporating 12.5% biochar improves the material's stiffness, strength, and stability at high temperatures. This approach repurposes agricultural waste into a valuable component for road construction, potentially enhancing road durability and performance under heat stress.

TOI World·

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Health

Dentist Explains Why Teeth Develop Rough Edges with Age

Dr. Sharmishtha Lad, a dentist and healthcare entrepreneur, explains that tiny rough or jagged edges on teeth develop over time due to natural wear and tear. Common causes include teeth grinding or clenching, biting hard objects like ice or pens, and consuming acidic foods and drinks. These habits put pressure on teeth, causing uneven or worn edges.

HT Health·

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Politics

Sergey Brin Spends $102 Million to Oppose California Billionaire Wealth Tax

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has spent $102 million opposing California's proposed billionaire wealth tax, which would impose a one-time 5% tax on the state's 200 billionaires. Brin, with a net worth of nearly $260 billion, could face a $13 billion tax bill. The tax aims to fund healthcare, education, and food assistance, highlighting California's economic inequality and high poverty rate.

Mint·

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Entertainment

Diljit Dosanjh Announces Seven-City Aura India Tour

Diljit Dosanjh will perform in seven Indian cities during his Aura World Tour in November and December 2026. The tour starts at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi-NCR on November 1, followed by shows in Indore, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Lucknow, and Chandigarh. Dates and venues for Chandigarh are yet to be announced.

Hindu Entertainment·

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Technology

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt Says Programmers Now Direct AI Coding

Eric Schmidt, Google CEO from 2001 to 2011, says programming is rapidly changing due to AI. He claims AI now writes code beyond his own ability, calling his field "over." Schmidt compares past programmers to builders and says future coders will be architects who direct AI to build software. He still advises learning to code but emphasizes framing problems and guiding AI outputs.

News18 Tech·

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