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After showcasing their opulent lifestyle on social media, businessman Vinoth Kumar and his influencer partner Madhumitha suffered a robbery, resulting in a loss of about Rs 1 crore in valuables. Police suspect the burglars used social media to pinpoint when the couple was away from home. Investigators are scrutinizing Madhumitha’s online content related to their shopping trips. To apprehend the thieves, five police teams have been deployed.

On Wednesday night, two women students from Delhi University reported being stalked and harassed by three men. These men, who are law students, made lewd comments and attempted to push the women into their vehicle. Following the complaint, the police arrested two of the suspects, while the third remains at large. The incident occurred near Hakikat Park around 9.30pm and raised concerns about women's safety.

The BJP has revealed a report detailing election expenses that spotlight various social media influencers embroiled in controversies. Sayak Chakraborty confirmed receiving Rs 2.5 lakh for creating content featuring PM Modi while denying any involvement in the Olypub incidents. YouTuber Sukanta Kundu affirmed his contributions and mentioned participating in protests against Olypub. Meanwhile, content creator Shamik Adhikary, associated with a Rs 13 lakh payment, faces ongoing legal challenges.

Early in the morning, at 6:45 AM on Sahastradhara Road in Dehradun, an attempted abduction occurred involving two men in a black hatchback. As a woman was returning home after dropping her daughter at college, she became a target. Fortunately, local witnesses, including sanitation workers, stepped in to assist and notified authorities.

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed to meet in November and December. They will hold talks in China and at the G20 summit in Miami. These meetings aim to strengthen the relationship between the two largest economies. However, their recent discussions did not result in significant breakthroughs on various issues. Xi's visit included a state dinner and cultural exchanges during China's Mid-Autumn Festival.

India held FIFA World Cup side Panama to a 1-1 draw in Bengaluru after Ryan Williams gave the Blue Tigers a first-half lead. Omar Valencia equalised after the break, but India created chances to win and withstood late pressure. The result offers Khalid Jamil’s side encouragement ahead of tougher friendlies against Brazil and Uruguay in October.

The 32-year-old was inching closer to a return to cricket but the recurring shin issue has derailed all the progress he made at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in the last few months. I

D Gukesh produced a crucial comeback win over Germany’s Alexander Donchenko in Round 9, helping India stay in the Chess Olympiad gold medal race. India’s men beat Germany 2.5-1.5, while Vantika Agrawal and Divya Deshmukh powered the women’s team to victory. India’s men trail Uzbekistan, while the women remain second behind leaders China with two rounds left.

In Lahore, a vibrant new trend has emerged where massive gorillas are stealing the spotlight at weddings and celebrations. The concept, launched by Shayen Zahoor after receiving a gorilla costume in April, quickly captured attention on Instagram, amassing over a million views in just two days. This phenomenon led to a surge in event bookings, making these giant gorillas a delightful and unmistakable presence at gatherings across Pakistan.

The Central Board of Secondary Education has appointed 2001-batch IAS officer Mandeep K Bhandari as its new chairman. His appointment comes months after the board faced scrutiny over the implementation of its On-Screen Marking system for Class 12 evaluation. Bhandari brings extensive administrative experience from Jammu and Kashmir and the Centre as CBSE prepares for its next examination cycle.

Discarded oyster shells from San Antonio restaurants and events are being recycled to restore oyster reefs in the Gulf of Mexico. The South Texas Coastal Initiative sends collected shells to the Sink Your Shucks program, where they are reused for reef restoration. With about 100,000 oysters consumed during Fiesta Oyster Bake weekend, organizers are seeking $150,000 annually.

Tommy 'Gun' McMillen is building his reputation in the UFC featherweight division with an undefeated record. He began his combat sports journey at a young age, excelling in wrestling and boxing. McMillen has won all three of his UFC fights, showcasing his striking and finishing abilities. He broke a UFC record for significant strikes landed in a three-round fight during his bout with Alberto Montes.

The Samajwadi Party's election campaign in Uttar Pradesh has been launched by Akhilesh Yadav, amid escalating conflicts with Congress over seat-sharing negotiations. Each party is eager to highlight their recent electoral achievements in their pursuit of power. Given the historical missteps that led to failed alliances, there are worries about potential pitfalls. To counter the BJP's significant influence, collaboration between both parties is crucial.