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PoliticsThree family members from Gujarat—Rutvik Jansari, Mamta Chavda, and Mayuri—went missing in Ethiopia while traveling illegally to the US. They last contacted relatives on September 22 after leaving on September 20. Their family alleges they were abducted, with kidnappers demanding ₹1 crore ransom. The Gujarat Police are investigating the case following a missing persons complaint.
Hindustan Times·1h ago
PoliticsFarmers in Mudkhed and Mukhed talukas of Nanded district, Marathwada, report significant crop losses due to dry conditions despite official rainfall data showing 94% of normal levels. These talukas were excluded from the drought-hit list based on faulty Automatic Weather Station data. Farmers like Vilas Mugat say wells are drying up and banana plantations are failing, but they have not received drought relief aid.
The Hindu·1h ago·Nanded
SportsAt the Asian Games 2026, India secured a silver medal in men's sailing with Manu Francis and Prince Kurisinkal Noble finishing second in the skiff event after nine races. China won gold and Hong Kong bronze. In women's squash, India won a bronze medal. Additionally, Indian archer Thirumuru Ganesh Mani Ratnam competed in the men's individual compound quarterfinals, and golfer Pranavi Urs is second after two rounds in women's golf.
TOI Sports·5h ago
WorldA blast at Mangalore Refineries and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) on September 30 caused a huge fire, killing one man named Manish Karkada and injuring 11 others. Manish, a 30-year-old electrical maintenance worker from Haleyangadi near Mulki, was found dead in a charred condition. The explosion shattered windows kilometers away and caused thick smoke. Authorities confirmed the incident and ongoing investigations.
The News Minute·51m ago·Mangaluru
EntertainmentIn a new episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, host Amitabh Bachchan did not stand to welcome the audience as usual. Instead, he remained seated on the hot seat from the start of the episode. During the show, he also explained the reason behind this change for the first time.
Amar Entertainment·52m ago
EntertainmentFilmmaker Pankaj Parashar recalled that actress Sridevi fainted, hit her head, and lost a tooth while filming 'Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin' due to intense dieting pressures in the film industry. These health issues affected her projects and professional life. Her husband, Boney Kapoor, also highlighted the extreme diet struggles she faced as an actress.
TOI Entertainment·2h ago
Hindustan Times·1h ago
Three family members from Gujarat—Rutvik Jansari, Mamta Chavda, and Mayuri—went missing in Ethiopia while traveling illegally to the US. They last contacted relatives on September 22 after leaving on September 20. Their family alleges they were abducted, with kidnappers demanding ₹1 crore ransom. The Gujarat Police are investigating the case following a missing persons complaint.
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