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WorldPhoto: The HinduTwo cardamom plantation workers, Silliyamma (65) and Veeralakshmi (45), died after a tree fell on them during heavy rain and strong winds in Mankulam, Idukki. They were working alongside six others when the tree uprooted and trapped them. Despite rescue efforts and hospital treatment, both workers succumbed. Their bodies were sent to Adimaly Taluk Hospital for autopsy.
The Hindu··Mankulam
BusinessPhoto: Economic TimesBoudewijn Siemons, CEO of the Port of Rotterdam, expressed strong optimism about the India-EU free trade agreement. He emphasized the importance of port and national collaboration to boost global trade. Negotiations have concluded, with hopes to sign the deal by year-end and implement it next year, expecting increased business opportunities between Europe and India.
Economic Times·
SportsPhoto: HT SportsNeymar was sent off during Santos' 1-1 draw against Bahia in the Brazilian Serie A after covering his mouth while arguing with Rodrigo Nestor, a move known as the “Vini Junior rule.” Neymar admitted his mistake but accused Nestor of exploiting the anti-racism measure. Nestor defended himself, calling Neymar's behavior disrespectful and saying Neymar failed as a person despite being a football idol.
HT Sports·
PoliticsPhoto: HT WorldBrazilians voted in a polarizing presidential runoff between incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro. The election will decide Brazil's next leader and influence U.S. presence in Latin America. Lula and Bolsonaro differ on US relations, climate, and social welfare. Bolsonaro led the first round by 2.2 million votes, but turnout was low despite compulsory voting.
HT World·
SportsPhoto: Economic TimesThe return of Formula 1 to Africa has renewed hopes for an Indian Grand Prix comeback. Talks are progressing between Formula One Management, the Adani Group, and the Indian government. The main obstacles are tax, customs, and policy issues that caused the race's 2013 exit, along with scheduling difficulties on an already busy F1 calendar.
Economic Times·
PoliticsPhoto: Hindustan TimesFollowing violent protests against the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh, the Centre dispatched two Rapid Action Force companies totaling about 250 personnel to Pasighat. The Ministry of Home Affairs directed their airlift from Navi Mumbai via IAF aircraft. The RAF units are expected to deploy by Sunday to restore order after mobs torched NHPC offices, a police station, and attacked homes of political leaders in East Siang district.
Hindustan Times··Pasighat
The Hindu··Mankulam
Photo: The HinduTwo cardamom plantation workers, Silliyamma (65) and Veeralakshmi (45), died after a tree fell on them during heavy rain and strong winds in Mankulam, Idukki. They were working alongside six others when the tree uprooted and trapped them. Despite rescue efforts and hospital treatment, both workers succumbed. Their bodies were sent to Adimaly Taluk Hospital for autopsy.
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