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Severe Water Crisis Looms as Major Reservoirs Remain Unfilled Post-Monsoon

After the monsoon season, India's 178 major reservoirs hold only 68.58% of their total usable capacity, leaving 31.42% empty. Southern India faces a severe shortage, with the Cauvery basin at 60.50% and the Pennar basin at 72.32% below normal water levels. This decline threatens irrigation, drinking water supply, and hydropower generation in the coming months, according to the Central Water Commission's weekly bulletin.

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EntertainmentPhoto: TOI Entertainment

'Jailer 2' Crosses Rs 200 Crore Worldwide in 2 Days

'Jailer 2', starring Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, and Vidya Balan, earned over Rs 200 crore globally within 48 hours of release. The Tamil version performed strongly both in India and internationally. Despite a slight drop in box office on day two, audience turnout stayed high. Critics and viewers have given mixed reviews overall.

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Engineer Mohan Starts Banana Chips Factory Employing 15

Mohan Chaudhary from Burhanpur left his engineering job to start a banana chips factory. His factory produces 250 kilograms of chips daily and provides employment to 15 people, marking a successful entrepreneurial venture.

News18Hi Business··Burhanpur

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EntertainmentPhoto: HT World

Two Surprise Contenders Join Streamer Of The Year Nominations 2026

Voting for The Streamer Awards 2026 began on October 16 across 37 categories, including Streamer Of The Year. The final nominees include past winners IShowSpeed, CaseOH, and Jynxzi, with two unexpected contenders emerging. The awards will be broadcast live on November 12 from California, hosted by YouTuber QTCinderella.

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Mirwaiz Calls Shabir Shah’s Bail Denial Unjust, Urges Centre to Act

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq expressed deep concern over the National Investigation Agency court's rejection of bail for separatist leader Shabir Ahmad Shah. He described the decision as disappointing and unjust, urging the Centre to ensure Shah's release. Mirwaiz also highlighted the plight of other political prisoners in Jammu and Kashmir suffering serious health issues due to prolonged detention and delayed trials.

The Hindu··Srinagar

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Trump Jokes About Muslim Name While Mocking Iran's Presidency

At a campaign rally in Dalton, Georgia, US President Donald Trump joked about the common Muslim name Mohammad, saying if unsure about a Middle Eastern name, just say 'Mohammad' with a 65% chance of being correct. He made these remarks while criticizing Iran's presidency, claiming no one wants to be Iran's president. The rally was part of his support for Republican candidates ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.

News18 World··Dalton

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