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Multiple countries probe flydubai co-pilot who attacked captain

Authorities in Australia, Israel, and the UAE are investigating the Omani flydubai co-pilot who attacked Captain Smit Machchhar on a flight to Tel Aviv. Australian counterterrorism teams are examining his links to Australia, where he studied from 2015 to 2017 on a student visa that was canceled in 2019 after he stopped enrolling in courses. The UAE-led probe is also exploring his motives and connections.

Deccan Herald·

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Sports

AIFF Election Date Set; Rajiv Sharma Appointed Election Officer

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has decided to hold its elections with Rajiv Sharma, former Haryana State Election Commissioner, appointed as the election officer. The current executive committee's term will end on December 30 or when the new committee takes charge. These elections come amid governance uncertainties, aiming to align AIFF with global football standards. The last election was held in September 2022.

Amar Sports·

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Sanju Samson Credits Experience for India's Asian Games Cricket Win Over Pakistan

Sanju Samson emphasized that India did not win the Asian Games cricket gold 'on a platter' but through experience and composure. India defeated Pakistan by 19 runs to defend their men's cricket gold. Samson highlighted the role of experienced players in managing pressure and motivation during the high-stakes final. Half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma helped India post 211 for six, while Pakistan scored 192 for six in a competitive match.

NDTV Cricket·

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Health

India's Rabies Deaths Lower Than ICMR Estimates, Surveillance Gaps Noted

India's Health Ministry and Registrar General data show fewer rabies deaths than ICMR-led study estimates. The Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme and Medical Certification of Cause of Death system reveal incomplete national rabies mortality counts, highlighting significant gaps in surveillance and reporting of rabies-related deaths across the country.

The Hindu·

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Flydubai Flight Attack Leads to Multinational Terror Probe

On September 30, flydubai Flight FZ1073 experienced a cockpit attack when Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami stabbed Captain Smit Machchhar. The injured captain opened the cockpit door, enabling crew and passengers to restrain al-Hammami. The flight was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where authorities arrested the co-pilot. Six countries, including India and Australia, are investigating al-Hammami's background and potential extremist links.

TOI World··Tabuk

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Two Dead, Up to 35 Injured in Georgia Homecoming Shooting

Two people were killed and up to 35 injured in a shooting at a homecoming block party in Vienna, Georgia. The incident occurred around 1:20 am near Pine Street, where over 1,000 people had gathered. Shots were fired at two locations about a block apart. About 25 victims were hospitalized. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is assisting in the probe. Identities and suspect details remain undisclosed.

News18 World··Vienna

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