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WorldPankisi Valley in Georgia, once known for conflict and alleged militant presence, is now welcoming tourists to improve its image. In the 2000s, it was a refuge for Chechens and linked to unproven US claims of al-Qaeda operatives. The 2010s saw ISIS recruitment due to local unemployment. Residents today open their homes to visitors to change perceptions and boost income.
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BusinessGold prices in Delhi dropped by ₹200 per 10 grams due to weak retail demand during Pitru Paksha and a strong US dollar. Silver prices remained stable. The global market also showed fluctuations, adding pressure on local gold rates. These factors combined to influence the recent decline in gold prices in the Delhi market.
Amar Business··Delhi
PoliticsPakistan has activated the Mecca Pact, but Houthi rebels remain undeterred and continue their attacks on Saudi Arabia. On Monday and Tuesday, the Houthis launched attacks on three Saudi airports, resulting in multiple injuries. The ongoing conflict highlights the persistent threat posed by the Houthis despite diplomatic efforts involving Pakistan.
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PoliticsThe Supreme Court raised a question regarding the Shiv Sena election symbol, asking whether defectors can be granted the party's official symbol. This issue arises amid the factional dispute between Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray's groups, highlighting constitutional concerns about defection and party identity.
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PoliticsThousands of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters, led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, are marching towards Islamabad demanding the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The government has warned against gatherings in the capital. The convoy is moving through Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and expected to reach Khairabad near Punjab border by October 8. KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi warned protesters will be stopped beyond Attock in Punjab.
Firstpost World··Islamabad
EntertainmentSpider-Man: Brand New Day has been released digitally in India on Amazon Prime Video with an early-access rental option priced at Rs 299. The film is available in multiple Indian languages including Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam. It is the 38th Marvel Cinematic Universe film and the fourth Spider-Man film starring Tom Holland. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, it became the highest-grossing Spider-Man film and the top-grossing film of 2026 in the US and Canada.
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Pankisi Valley in Georgia, once known for conflict and alleged militant presence, is now welcoming tourists to improve its image. In the 2000s, it was a refuge for Chechens and linked to unproven US claims of al-Qaeda operatives. The 2010s saw ISIS recruitment due to local unemployment. Residents today open their homes to visitors to change perceptions and boost income.
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