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SciencePhoto: HT WorldIntroduced in the early 1900s to North America for windbreaks and soil stability, Russian olive is native to Europe and Asia. It has become invasive in California and 16 other Western states, spreading along riverbanks and displacing native plants. Difficult to remove due to deep roots, early detection and removal before flowering is recommended by wildlife agencies.
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BusinessPhoto: Economic TimesAir India and Air India Express have extended cancellations of flights to and from Riyadh amid ongoing security concerns following recent attacks on Saudi Arabian airports. The cancellations affect passengers traveling for work, business, or family visits. Passengers are eligible for full refunds and free booking changes. The airlines have not announced when flights will resume beyond the current cancellation period.
Economic Times··Riyadh
SportsPhoto: Hindu SportAfter Indian boxers won six medals, including three golds, at the Asian Games, factionalism resurfaced in the Boxing Federation of India (BFI). Secretary-general Pramod Kumar moved a no-confidence motion against president Ajay Singh, citing governance collapse. CEO Col. Arun Malik called the move illegal and unconstitutional, stating only the president can call a Special General Meeting. The SGM was initially set for October 24, then revised to October 28.
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WorldPhoto: The HinduA 26-year-old customer service executive at Kempegowda International Airport filed a sexual harassment complaint against her manager, Ravindra Sheela, at the Airport Police Station. The complaint alleges inappropriate behavior starting September 24, 2026, including an incident on September 30 where the manager threatened to expose her. Police registered a case under cyberstalking and insulting a woman's modesty.
The Hindu··Bengaluru
PoliticsPhoto: News18 HindiAhead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh elections, political tensions have escalated in Ayodhya. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav challenged Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to contest from Ayodhya. In response, Yogi Adityanath accepted the challenge, inviting Yadav to file his nomination, saying, 'Let's try our luck.' A direct electoral battle between the two leaders from Ayodhya is anticipated.
News18 Hindi··Ayodhya
BusinessPhoto: Hindu BusinessIn July, the North Eastern Regional Power Committee held a meeting with grid operators and Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. to discuss urgent upgrades to the region's electricity grid. The cost to upgrade Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition/Energy Management Systems rose from ₹521 crore to ₹688 crore due to AI-driven demand increasing hardware prices. Rising costs reflect challenges in maintaining legacy power infrastructure.
Hindu Business·
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Photo: HT WorldIntroduced in the early 1900s to North America for windbreaks and soil stability, Russian olive is native to Europe and Asia. It has become invasive in California and 16 other Western states, spreading along riverbanks and displacing native plants. Difficult to remove due to deep roots, early detection and removal before flowering is recommended by wildlife agencies.
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