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WorldPhoto: The Hindu

Traffic Banned on Adimaly-Munnar Highway Stretch After Rockfall

The Idukki district administration in Kerala has banned vehicular traffic on the Adimaly–Munnar stretch of the Kochi–Dhanushkodi National Highway due to a major rockfall near Randammile during highway-widening work. Loose boulders and trees pose safety risks. Clearing debris will take about three days. Traffic is diverted via Iruttukanam, Anachal, and Randammile for Adimaly-Munnar routes.

The Hindu··Munnar

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TechnologyPhoto: HT Business

Apple's Magic Mouse Marks 17 Years of Gesture Innovation

On October 20, Apple’s Magic Mouse celebrates 17 years since its 2009 debut as the world’s first multi-touch mouse. It introduced wireless use, laser tracking, and gesture-based controls, distinguishing itself from predecessors like the Mighty Mouse. Despite competition from Logitech and Microsoft, the Magic Mouse remains unique for its precision and finger swipe gestures, highlighting Apple's long history in computing innovation.

HT Business·

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BusinessPhoto: Deccan Herald

Elon Musk Pledges SpaceX Shares to 72 Million American Children

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, pledged to donate one share of SpaceX stock to each of the 72 million children in the United States. Musk described this as the first of many such gifts. Despite the stock's recent stagnation since its June IPO, SpaceX holds billions in US government contracts and aims to increase revenue from under $19 billion in 2023 to $1 trillion by 2030. The donation would cost Musk about $10.5 billion, slightly reducing his net worth.

Deccan Herald·

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PoliticsPhoto: Firstpost World

US Secretary of State Says Engagement with Pakistan Could Address India’s Concerns

In an exclusive interview with Network18, the US Secretary of State stated that despite differences, Washington must maintain ties with Pakistan. He explained that engagement with Pakistan could help discourage activities that concern India, emphasizing the US opposition to terrorism while seeking diplomatic solutions.

Firstpost World·

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PoliticsPhoto: News18 World

Marco Rubio Highlights Strong Ties with S Jaishankar

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described his relationship with India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar as "great" and "positive and solid." In an interview, Rubio said they have met at least a dozen times over the past year and a half and always meet whenever they are in the same city for conferences or gatherings. Their close ties have helped navigate sensitive issues.

News18 World·

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Islamic State-affiliated attack kills 48 in Mali's Menaka region

An attack by militants affiliated with the Islamic State in Sahel Province (ISSP) killed 48 people in Mali's Menaka region on the night of October 18-19, 2026. The victims included children and the elderly. The attackers targeted camps of the Daoussahak community, accusing them of revealing ISSP positions to the Malian army amid ongoing drone strikes. ISSP faces competition from Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam in the area.

Hindu World··Menaka

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