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Nearly 1,100 Indian nationals living illegally in the US were repatriated during the 2023-24 financial year. The US department of homeland security noted over 160,000 removals and 495 international repatriation flights, highlighting collaboration with foreign governments to address irregular migration and disrupt criminal networks.

Smriti Mandhana on Tuesday surpassed Mithali Raj to become the Indian player with the most ODI centuries, scoring her eighth century in a match against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Mandhana’s 100 off 122 balls helped India secure a six-wicket victory, clinching the series 2-1. Mithali held the previous record with seven centuries.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, labelling Ronaldo a 'monster' created by Messi. Guardiola's comments follow the 2024 Ballon d'Or, where City's Rodri ended the Messi-Ronaldo dominance. Rodri's win is a significant moment for Spanish football, echoing Guardiola's belief that Spanish footballers deserved global recognition.

A confrontation on a CNN panel highlighted the deep partisan divide in America. GOP commentator Ryan Girdusky was banned for a controversial comment to liberal commentator Mehdi Hasan. Matthew Sheffield described challenges in finding balanced voices for media panels, while partisan media rhetoric amplifies extremism.

Hezbollah has elected Sheikh Naim Qassem as its new head following Hasan Nasrallah's death in an Israeli attack. Qassem, a long-time leader within the group, emphasized resilience against Israel despite recent blows. Notably, he supported a ceasefire initiative by parliamentary speaker Nabih Berri, marking a shift in Hezbollah's stance on conflict de-escalation.

Tony de Zorzi scored his maiden Test century to help South Africa dominate the first day of the second Test against Bangladesh, ending at 307/2. De Zorzi's century came with a crucial 201-run partnership with Tristan Stubbs, who scored 106. South Africa's strong position sets them up for a possible series-clinching win.

An Instagram user shares a viral video showcasing Amazon Alexa's ability to remotely launch rockets and firecrackers using voice commands.

Ciara celebrated a significant career milestone by receiving a plaque from SiriusXM and Pandora for achieving over 3 billion streams, with hits like 'Goodies' and 'Level Up' contributing heavily. Meanwhile, her husband Russell Wilson led the Pittsburgh Steelers to their 22nd consecutive MNF victory against the Giants, setting a new NFL record.

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe sparked backlash with a derogatory comment about Puerto Rico during a rally for Donald Trump in New York. This has caused significant political fallout, particularly in the swing state of Pennsylvania, which has a large Puerto Rican population. The incident may impact Trump's chances in key states, highlighting the sensitivity of Latino voter support.

Donald Trump, at a Monday rally, fiercely rebuffed allegations of being a Nazi, amid backlash from a previous rally laced with extremist rhetoric and offensive remarks against Kamala Harris and minorities. The controversial events have intensified Latino voters' scrutiny and heightened tensions as the election approaches.

Instagram's direct messaging feature is facing global disruptions, particularly affecting users in India, the US, and the UK. Downdetector reports peak complaints in India around 6 pm, while users have also voiced issues on Twitter. Despite the widespread outage, the Times of India Tech team did not encounter any problems exchanging messages on Instagram.

Former Australia captain Tim Paine believes Australia are clear favourites for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, citing India's recent struggles with form and injuries. Paine highlights the absence of Mohammed Shami and concerns over Jasprit Bumrah's workload. Australia's home advantage and stability are mentioned as key factors for their potential success against India in the upcoming series.

From Ishaan Khatter's increasing public appearances with Chandni Bainz to Vidya Balan's openness to starring in Dirty Picture 2, the entertainment world is abuzz. Salman Khan faces new death threats, while Hrithik Roshan and Amitabh Bachchan share updates on their respective projects and memories.

The Election Commission of India has firmly denied Congress allegations about election irregularities in Haryana. The ECI stated that the electoral process was conducted meticulously under the observation of Congress agents, emphasizing the baseless nature of the claims. The commission is committed to protecting the integrity of the electoral process.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights the significance of this year's Diwali as the first to celebrate Lord Ram at the newly constructed Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya. He also praises the Rozgar Mela providing jobs to 51,000 youth and Haryana's efforts in youth employment.

The Aam Aadmi Party criticizes the Ayushman Bharat scheme, calling it impractical and a scam. The party claims Delhi residents won't benefit from the scheme if implemented. PM Modi had earlier apologized to the elderly in Delhi and Bengal, as they won't receive benefits due to state governments' decisions.