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WorldPhoto: Hindustan Times

One killed, 100+ injured in Andhra Pradesh Banni festival stick fight

During the annual Banni festival in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district, one person was killed and over 100 injured in a stick fight called "Karrala Samaram." The event, held in Devaragattu, involves devotees competing to possess the idols of Sri Mala Malleswara Swamy. The deceased, Pothuraju, 28, was struck during the ritual. Injured participants received treatment at local medical camps and hospitals.

Hindustan Times··Kurnool

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SciencePhoto: Mongabay India

Columbus Voyages Accelerated Global Biodiversity Homogenization

Christopher Columbus's 15th-century voyages initiated large-scale biogeographical homogenization by enabling unprecedented cross-boundary human and organism movement. Over 500 years, this led to major shifts in the distribution of microorganisms, plants, and animals. Introduced invasive species and pathogenic microorganisms caused widespread harm, including the decimation of indigenous populations and agricultural devastation, profoundly transforming Earth's biodiversity.

Mongabay India·

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PoliticsPhoto: Zee News Hindi

Delhi Police Summons CJP Leaders Das and Ranka After Tihar Release

Delhi Police's Crime Branch summoned Cockroach Janata Party leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka to Rajouri Garden office a day after their release from judicial custody by a Special Executive Magistrate court. The summons relate to the October 13 Jantar Mantar protest over alleged electoral roll irregularities and demands for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation. The court accepted Rs 50,000 bonds and peace undertakings from both leaders.

Zee News Hindi··Delhi

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SciencePhoto: TOI World

California Geologist Identifies Creek Fossil Using Google Image Search

A California geomorphologist working on a habitat restoration project discovered an unusual object partially submerged in a creek. Unsure of its nature, she used Google's reverse image search to identify the fossil. This innovative use of technology helped confirm the find during her survey.

TOI World·

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PoliticsPhoto: Amar Ujala

Macron Criticizes Trump and Netanyahu Over France Violence

Following violence and looting in France, President Emmanuel Macron expressed anger at statements made by US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Macron's criticism highlights tensions regarding the situation in France amid recent unrest.

Amar Ujala·

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Suzlon Energy Shares Fall Three Days, Experts Predict Rebound Before Q2 2026 Results

Suzlon Energy shares have declined for three consecutive sessions after a six-day rise, opening at ₹39.05 and hitting an intraday low of ₹38.26 on the NSE. Despite this, experts believe the shares are undervalued with limited downside and expect a rebound to ₹46 ahead of the Q2 2026 results announcement on October 29, 2026. Investors are advised to consider accumulating shares rather than selling.

Mint Markets·

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