Times of India

Pune police are targeting youngsters idolizing gangster Lawrence Bishnoi on social media, leading to extortion threats. These youths, often from poor families, are swayed by glamorized criminal culture. Authorities are counseling them to prevent crime inclination. Experts highlight the societal neglect and media glorification as factors driving this dangerous trend.

Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch cited 'personal exigencies' to skip a Parliament's PAC meeting, leading to a clash between PAC head K C Venugopal and NDA members. They accused Venugopal of unilateral decisions, culminating in a protest lodged with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

Indian and Chinese troops have begun phased disengagement at Depsang and Demchok in eastern Ladakh, dismantling temporary posts established since May 2020. The new patrolling pact ensures pre-informed patrol schedules to avoid confrontations, with the process expected to take around a week for verification and compliance.

After a marathon meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Maharashtra's Mahayuti allies narrowed their seat-sharing differences down to 12 seats, primarily in Mumbai. BJP may contest over 155 seats, Shiv Sena around 80-85, and NCP (Ajit Pawar) the rest. There's a joint pledge to stem rebellions and avoid 'friendly contests.'

In a tragic terror ambush near Botapathri along the LoC, two soldiers and two porters were killed on a military truck in Baramulla, Kashmir. This marks the fourth attack since CM Omar Abdullah's government took office, bringing total security casualties since May to 24.

A 26-year-old man, Mohit, along with two friends, was arrested for murdering his mother, Sangeeta Tyagi, after she refused to give him Rs 20,000 for repairing his music system. Mohit and his friends lured Sangeeta to a deserted location and killed her by smashing her face with a brick. All three have been booked for murder.

At Nvidia's AI Summit in Mumbai, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang bonded over martial arts. Huang received a warm welcome, emphasizing India's strength in IT. Nvidia plans to supply AI chips to Indian companies, with a notable partnership with Reliance Industries, aiming to transform India into a global AI leader.

The United States has welcomed the India-China LAC agreement that ended the eastern Ladakh military standoff. US ambassador Eric Garcetti emphasized America's support for India's efforts to maintain strategic interests and respect borders, underscoring the pact’s positive implications for global and regional stability.

​These days, the word Nazi or fascist or Hitler is used with such wanton abandon that it has ceased to have any meaning and tells us more about the user than the subject. It’s a sign of desperation and flop sweat. And the Democrats – after swapping Harris for Biden – are reeking of desperation as the election enters the home stretch.

Cyclone Dana is nearing the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal, with landfall expected between October 24-25, bringing wind speeds of 100-120 km/h. Extensive evacuations are underway, schools are closed, and flights are suspended. PM Modi and other officials are monitoring the situation, while over 7,000 relief camps in Odisha have been established to aid affected residents.

Jitan Ram Manjhi responded to Tejashwi Yadav's claim that more people consume alcohol in Bihar than Maharashtra despite prohibition. Manjhi suggested Yadav might be involved in smuggling. Yadav cited a National Family Health Survey report and criticized the Nitish Kumar government over alleged corruption and failures related to the liquor ban, including rising rural liquor shops.

In a historic moment, spinners Sajid Khan and Noman Ali opened the bowling for Pakistan against England in Rawalpindi, marking only the second time in Test history with no pace bowling in the first innings. The spin-friendly pitch saw 13 wickets fall, with only one taken by a fast bowler.

Canada will decrease its immigration targets by 21% over the next three years, aiming for 1.14 million permanent residents by 2025-2027. Measures include reducing temporary residents and stricter regulations for hiring overseas workers, focusing on sustainable population growth and addressing labor needs without straining resources.

India women's cricket team triumphed in the first ODI against New Zealand by 59 runs at Narendra Modi Stadium. Radha Yadav claimed 3 wickets, while debutant Saima Thakor made an impact. Despite India's batting struggles, notable starts and partnerships secured a competitive total.

Justice Sanjiv Khanna is set to become the next Chief Justice of India, taking over from CJI DY Chandrachud on November 11. Justice Khanna, currently serving as a Supreme Court judge, was recommended by CJI Chandrachud and has been officially appointed by the President. Justice Khanna was elevated as a Judge of the Supreme Court on January 18, 2019.

Indian High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Verma highlights Indian students' struggles in Canada, citing substandard living conditions, underemployment, and the influence of Khalistani elements as major issues, expressing concerns about safety and future prospects for these students.

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