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BusinessMicrosoft defended its hiring practices amid increased scrutiny from the Trump administration on employment-based immigration. The company stated that most of its US employees are American citizens. This response came as President Donald Trump awarded Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella the National Medal of Technology and Innovation at a White House event.
Firstpost Tech·
EntertainmentAmitabh Bachchan expressed deep sorrow over the death of Nana Patekar, praising his courage and contributions. He shared a video from the show Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) and noted that he missed receiving Nana's usual message today, reflecting on their bond and Nana's impactful work.
Amar Entertainment·
PoliticsThe Kerala High Court Division Bench reviewed two reports by Sabarimala Special Commissioner R. Jayakrishnan regarding waste management in Erumely during the 'maasa puja' and festival seasons. The court directed the Kerala Water Authority and Devaswom Board to repair main booster stations at Neelimala and Appachimedu and ensure proper arrangements for the pilgrimage season.
The Hindu··Erumely
PoliticsThree rebel Samajwadi Party MLAs—Rakesh Pratap Singh (Gauriganj, Amethi), Abhay Singh (Gosainganj, Ayodhya), and Vinod Chaturvedi (Kalpi, Jalaun)—are set to formally join the Bharatiya Janata Party on October 14. This move follows political realignments since the February 2024 Rajya Sabha elections. Senior BJP leaders including Pankaj Chaudhary and Smriti Irani are expected to attend the induction event in Gauriganj, Amethi.
News18··Gauriganj
HealthOrthopaedic surgeon Dr. Pushkar Chawla explains that while spine changes are natural with age, they don't have to cause constant pain. He highlights disc dehydration, muscle weakness, stiffness, posture changes, and wear as factors affecting spinal health. Dr. Chawla recommends regular low-impact exercise like walking, swimming, cycling, and yoga, plus strength training for core, back, hips, and legs to maintain spine strength and mobility.
HT Health·
PoliticsThe Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) accused Rajasthan Police of forcibly detaining its national organisational co-in-charge Deepak Baliyan from his Alwar residence and manhandling him despite his fractured leg. Police denied detaining him. The party claims Baliyan was driven 100km before being released, highlighting alleged police misconduct in Rajasthan's Alwar district.
Times of India··Alwar
Firstpost Tech·
Microsoft defended its hiring practices amid increased scrutiny from the Trump administration on employment-based immigration. The company stated that most of its US employees are American citizens. This response came as President Donald Trump awarded Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella the National Medal of Technology and Innovation at a White House event.
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