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SportsPhoto: Hindu SportP. Krishnan, former Senior Deputy Editor of Sportstar and a respected sports journalist, passed away in Chennai on October 20 at the age of 69. Known affectionately as 'P.K. sir,' he was a patient mentor and master of headline writing. Krishnan worked at Sportstar for over three decades before retiring in 2020 and is survived by a daughter.
Hindu Sport··Chennai
HealthPhoto: TOI EntertainmentChristina Applegate announced her return to the MeSsy podcast and revealed she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The actress shared how the incorrect diagnosis deeply affected her life and caused emotional turmoil. Despite not having multiple sclerosis, she continues to experience debilitating symptoms without improvement.
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EntertainmentPhoto: News18Hi EntertainmentYash Chopra began his directing career in 1959 with the film 'Dhool Ka Phool.' Known for his unique approach and fearlessness in experimentation, he created many memorable films and helped shape the careers of several actors. Notably, he played a major role in transforming Shahrukh Khan from an actor to a superstar. Yash Chopra passed away on October 21, 2012, and his last directed film 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' was released on November 13, 2012.
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BusinessPhoto: MintMalaysia is experiencing a decline in tourism as haze from Indonesia's wildfires blankets the country, obscuring landmarks like the Petronas Twin Towers and affecting air quality. Tourists, including Australian Cathy Hamilton, have expressed regret over their visits. The haze has caused flight disruptions, cancellations, and school closures, impacting Malaysia's economy. Kuala Lumpur ranked among the world's most polluted cities recently.
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BusinessPhoto: Amar BusinessThe World Bank's October 2026 India Development Update reports that AI has not reduced total IT jobs in 10 cities surveyed across 651 companies, but 55% of firms cut new hiring. Mid-level hiring fell in 25% of firms, senior-level in 14%. Adjustments occurred mainly through slower hiring, not mass layoffs. Routine tasks like coding and testing, often done by freshers, are most affected. Large IT firms cut 64,000 jobs, while others added 700,000, raising total IT employment to 4.4 million.
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PoliticsPhoto: NDTV WorldThe Trump administration has revoked over 300,000 US visas during its second term, accelerating recent weeks, according to the State Department. Since January 2025, more than 175,000 visas were revoked. Officials cite national security and law enforcement reasons, while rights advocates criticize the crackdown for violating due process and targeting ethnic minorities, including pro-Palestinian protesters.
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Hindu Sport··Chennai
Photo: Hindu SportP. Krishnan, former Senior Deputy Editor of Sportstar and a respected sports journalist, passed away in Chennai on October 20 at the age of 69. Known affectionately as 'P.K. sir,' he was a patient mentor and master of headline writing. Krishnan worked at Sportstar for over three decades before retiring in 2020 and is survived by a daughter.
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