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SciencePhoto: TOI ScienceIsabella Garry, a seventh-grade student from Eden Prairie, Minnesota, developed a plant-based gel that can absorb up to 93.3% of microplastics in a lab model simulating the stomach. Her innovation earned her a spot as one of 30 finalists in the 2026 Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge, as reported by the Society for Science.
TOI Science··Eden Prairie
PoliticsPhoto: News18 HindiOn October 30, 1990, a violent shooting occurred in Ayodhya, marking a bloody day in the city's history. Amit Shah referenced this event while initiating preparations for the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, stirring political waves in the state. The incident and Mulayam Singh Yadav's decision that followed significantly altered India's political landscape, contributing to BJP's rise as the country's strongest party.
News18 Hindi··Ayodhya
EntertainmentPhoto: TOI EntertainmentRanbir Kapoor opened up on Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 about his complex relationship with his father, Rishi Kapoor. He explained that Rishi's harsh criticism was intended to improve his acting skills. Amitabh Bachchan also shared his approach to parenting, highlighting how he avoids criticism to create a supportive environment for his son, Abhishek.
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PoliticsPhoto: News18Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh accused some BJP state leaders of conspiring with Congress to remove him from office. He claimed certain party colleagues resented his rise as CM and plotted his resignation. Singh said he faced poor treatment since 2017 but did not blame BJP central leadership. He also noted strong public demand for his return ahead of next year's Assembly elections.
News18··Imphal
WorldPhoto: Amar UjalaThe Railway Board has granted relief to pass holders, including employees, retirees, and their families, allowing them to travel in higher classes on premium trains like Rajdhani, Duronto, and Shatabdi by paying the fare difference. This new rule clarifies previous confusion and benefits those eligible for special, retirement, and widow passes, enabling upgraded travel by paying only the class fare difference.
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PoliticsPhoto: News18Hi EntertainmentBollywood actress Nora Fatehi has been summoned in connection with a Rs 200 crore fraud case linked to conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar. She is required to appear before the Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi. The case involves fraud against a businessman's wife, and Nora Fatehi has been officially called to court for her involvement.
News18Hi Entertainment··Delhi
TOI Science··Eden Prairie
Photo: TOI ScienceIsabella Garry, a seventh-grade student from Eden Prairie, Minnesota, developed a plant-based gel that can absorb up to 93.3% of microplastics in a lab model simulating the stomach. Her innovation earned her a spot as one of 30 finalists in the 2026 Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge, as reported by the Society for Science.
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