Times of India

In a tragic incident in Outer Delhi, a four-year-old boy named Imran fell into a deep sewer and was declared missing. His body, unfortunately, was located nearly 20 hours later, about 3.5 km from where he fell. The initial search concentrated on nearby regions, leading to significant recovery delays. Authorities pointed out negligence with the inadequately secured manhole cover, and investigations are currently ongoing to hold responsible parties accountable.

CCTV footage captured the events leading to the murder of Paramjeet Dhankhar by his neighbour, Mohan Sharma. An argument lasting four minutes escalated, resulting in Sharma shooting Dhankhar multiple times. Despite attempts to escape, Dhankhar was pursued and fired upon even after collapsing. Investigations indicate a long-standing dispute over parking may have sparked the incident. Sharma was later arrested, with police probing previous disagreements that might have contributed.

Ladakh Police removed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk from a protest site in Leh on Wednesday evening. Wangchuk and local leaders protested against hill council elections set for December 4 due to harsh winter conditions. They argued that approximately 25% of Ladakhis are away from the region during this period. The local administration imposed a ban on protests to maintain public order during the elections.

Auqib Nabi had a quiet start to the five-match series, returning figures of 0/33 in the first ODI, which India won by five wickets (DLS method). He bounced back in the second match, dismissing New Zealand openers Will Young and Tim Seifert to help India register a four-run victory (DLS method). The third ODI in Hamilton was abandoned due to rain, with India leading the series 2-0.

Nvidia shares plummeted by 8% in after-hours trading following revelations about CEO Jensen Huang's alleged extramarital affairs, including a controversial link to a businesswoman associated with Chinese intelligence. The company's board is set to convene to deliberate on Huang's fate in light of these serious allegations. An investigation conducted by the law firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz is currently underway.

Nitesh Tiwari's film 'Ramayana: Rise of a Legend' has achieved significant box office success within its first week. The film, featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, is close to reaching Rs 1,000 crores worldwide. It collected Rs 934.55 crores globally, with substantial earnings from both domestic and international markets. The Hindi version has dominated the Indian revenue, contributing to a total of Rs 394 crores.

A Washington appeals court upheld an uncle's ownership of a family home after his nephew, who had lived there rent-free for 14 years and made several improvements, failed to establish adverse possession. The court found insufficient evidence that both owners had withdrawn permission for him to occupy the property, supporting his removal.

The Supreme Court collegium is working to establish a systematic policy for transferring judges among high courts. Currently, transfers are largely subject to personal criteria, which the collegium aims to revise. This new policy emphasizes objective reasoning to streamline the transfer process, reduce personal biases, and enhance accountability regarding judges’ conduct and expertise, marking a pivotal evolution in judicial integrity management.

On Diwali night, the absence of PM2.5 data from monitoring stations led to distorted pollution readings in Delhi. Research by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air indicated that pollution levels might have increased by as much as 49%. While the Central Pollution Control Board pointed out calibration limitations, readings from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee were inconsistent.

Mohan Bhagwat highlighted the historical significance and environmental benefits of traditional Diwali celebrations during a recent event. He emphasized the need for a scientific understanding to preserve these practices. According to Bhagwat, festivals play an essential role in keeping society vibrant and connected. He expressed the growing global recognition of Diwali, which is now celebrated internationally. Bhagwat urged adherence to societal rules to enhance collective well-being and safety.

In an inspiring twist, George and Geraldine celebrate their 10th consecutive breeding season at Midway Atoll. Over the years, they have raised no fewer than five chicks, with some of their young returning recently. This is a promising sign for a breeding population that is considered Vulnerable. Continued conservation efforts hold the key to potentially establishing a new haven for short-tailed albatrosses on the island.