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War Reduces Farming Land Feeding 255 Million People Globally

A study led by China's Academy of Sciences reveals that armed conflicts from 2000 to 2020 caused a loss of 249,000 sq km of agricultural land, enough to feed 255 million people annually. Conflicts in 155 countries increased farmland loss by 23.7% compared to peaceful areas, severely impacting food security, especially in Western and Eastern Africa and Southeast Asia.

Amar Business·

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PoliticsPhoto: The Hindu

Supreme Court Notes Defects in Rahul Gandhi's SIR Case Plea

The Supreme Court registry identified 10 defects in Rahul Gandhi's plea concerning the SIR case. Meanwhile, opposition leaders, activists, and civil society members conducted a 'March for Democracy' along a heavily barricaded route in Delhi. They filed a joint petition alleging poll irregularities related to the SIR issue.

The Hindu··Delhi

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WorldPhoto: Zee News Hindi

Delhi Traffic Advisory for October 13 Due to Bloomberg Forum

The Delhi Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory for October 13, 2020, warning commuters about diversions and congestion in Central and South Delhi. Key affected areas include Sardar Patel Marg, Panchsheel Marg, Connaught Place, Lutyens' Delhi, and South Delhi intersections. The Bloomberg New Economy Forum at Hotel Taj Palace and VIP movements will impact routes like Dhaula Kuan and Chanakyapuri until midday. Manual traffic control will be implemented.

Zee News Hindi··Delhi

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EntertainmentPhoto: TOI Entertainment

Reality Star Mackayla Paige Shot Dead in Oakland

Reality TV personality Kash, known as Mackayla Paige from 'Young Reckless,' was shot dead in Oakland, California. A woman from Richmond has been arrested in connection with the shooting, which remains under investigation. Friends and family have created a makeshift memorial at the scene to honor her memory.

TOI Entertainment··Oakland

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Sarah Dambanevana, Zimbabwe's First Female T20 WC Umpire, Dies at 36

Sarah Dambanevana, former Zimbabwe cricketer and the first Zimbabwean female umpire to officiate in the Women's T20 World Cup final, has died in Harare at age 36. She played for Zimbabwe from 2009 to 2014 and later became an international umpire, officiating in the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Women's World Cups. She passed away after months in hospital following a medical procedure.

TOI Sports··Harare

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PoliticsPhoto: Times of India

Saudi Crown Prince Moves Between Bunkered Palaces Amid Houthi Threat

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is relocating between heavily guarded palaces equipped with bunkers due to renewed Houthi attacks. This movement is part of heightened security measures amid the ongoing conflict linked to the Iran war, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Times of India·

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