Times of India

The Supreme Court has flagged concerns over the closure of Metro stations before the anticipated CJP protest, warning that this could greatly inconvenience commuters. However, the court observed that it could not consider easing the restrictions unless the denial of permission was challenged.

At the Science: A New Golden Age Summit, the US government honored tech visionaries such as Jensen Huang and Lisa Su with the National Medal of Science. President Donald Trump awarded these distinguished medals, recognizing their exceptional impact on technology and innovation, showcasing the profound influence these leaders have on the fabric of American society and its economy.

The young batter went on an attacking spree in the nets, repeatedly hitting the ball over the boundary and towards the stands. With every big hit, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi showed why he has become one of the most talked-about young batters in the Indian squad.

Tom Brady, the seven time Super Bowl champion's investment in the Las Vegas Raiders works out well.

Australia captain Pat Cummins has played down concerns that Usman Khawaja’s upcoming autobiography could bring fresh attention to the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, also known as Sandpapergate. Australia are returning to South Africa for the first time since the scandal. The three-Test series begins at Kingsmead on Friday, but Cummins said the incident had already been dealt with and the team had moved on.

Abhishek Sharma is on the brink of achieving a remarkable milestone, needing just 53 runs to cross 2,000 T20I runs during the second T20I against West Indies. With a chance to eclipse Suryakumar Yadav's record for the fastest attainment of this feat, Sharma's current high strike rate demonstrates his game-changing prowess.

The Enforcement Directorate reported on a significant corruption case involving the Karnataka Public Service Commission. Candidates for the veterinary officers' exam were allegedly bribed to receive leaked test papers before the exam. An organized syndicate was involved in the manipulation of the recruitment process, leading to multiple arrests of officials. Investigations revealed a systematic approach to generating proceeds of crime through examination material leaks.

Travis Kelce’s $5.35 million Ohio mansion has sparked a growing dispute with neighbors over plans for a six-foot fence and extensive landscaping. Residents have raised concerns about wildlife safety, security and potential damage to a century-old shared sewer pipe, with one neighbor citing a $75,000 repair estimate. Kelce’s construction team says it has made several compromises, but some landscaping proposals remain unresolved following recent planning board discussions.

Israel has announced that Captain Smit Machchhar will receive a prestigious Presidential Award for his bravery. He prevented a potential aviation disaster aboard Flydubai flight FZ1073 by acting decisively against a radicalized co-pilot. During the incident, six Israeli passengers displayed great courage in assisting Machchhar and foiling the hijack attempt. This heroic act has led to a broader investigation into the circumstances of the attack.

The Supreme Court stated that the appointment process for Jharkhand's DGP likely violated its previous judgment regarding officer tenure. The court issued a notice to Tadasha Singh, appointed shortly before her retirement. The Central Government argued that Jharkhand's amended regulations overstepped the Supreme Court's mandate on DGP appointments. Jharkhand, represented by Kapil Sibal, criticized the selective enforcement of these regulations by the Centre.

The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Act, 2026, has come into effect on October 8. This Act mandates that senior posts in CAPFs be filled by IPS officers on deputation. The government supports this move for better coordination between the Centre and states. CAPF cadre officers express concerns regarding career advancement due to this new quota.

World Bank's report reveals that unrestricted use of generative AI may enhance homework scores while diminishing actual learning outcomes. Evidence indicates that students using AI showed improvement in assignments but performed worse in exams over time. Concerns exist regarding students outsourcing their learning process to AI rather than engaging in cognitive effort. However, AI used by teachers to customize instruction shows promising learning gains.

A group of 42 retired judges has expressed concerns over criticism directed at the Election Commission. They stated these attacks serve vested political interests, compromising democratic integrity. The judges defended the EC's actions as essential to maintaining clean electoral rolls for fair elections. They urged political parties to present legit grievances formally, rather than delegitimizing the electoral process.

CBI has obtained evidence related to compromised transfers involving 21 senior officials in Punjab government and police. The probe focuses on a cash-for-postings scam connected to OSD to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann. Allegations include various requests for administrative favors and transfer requests surrounding certain officers. The investigation involves interactions with individuals linked to tender manipulations across the state.

PM Narendra Modi called for a global effort to address cyber frauds and deepfakes at the India Mobile Congress. He highlighted the importance of mobile technology as a tool for governance and effective service delivery. Modi attributed significant financial savings to digital direct benefit transfers in India. He urged collaboration among governments and tech companies to enhance security measures in the telecom sector.

Elon Musk has raised concerns about regulatory obstacles facing Starlink's introduction in India. He claimed influential figures might be hindering the process and questioned if Ambani controls the situation. In response, India's government reaffirmed its fair and non-discriminatory approach, rejecting Musk's allegations. Other companies like Reliance Jio and Eutelsat OneWeb are also vying for approval to offer satellite services.

The GST Council has proposed major procedural changes to enhance business operations and tax compliance. These reforms aim to streamline registration, refunds, and input tax credit processes while lowering compliance costs. Additionally, the council will remove officers' powers for arrests under the GST framework. Processing of refunds will be expedited, with a goal to resolve claims within three days.

Nana Patekar passed away due to a cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa early Thursday morning. He was declared dead after attempts to revive him were unsuccessful at Manipal Hospital. The Goa Police have registered an 'Unnatural Death' case to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death. A post-mortem examination is being conducted to ascertain the exact cause of death.