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The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo, honouring atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Recognised for their fight against nuclear weapons and emphasis on witness testimony, this grassroots movement represents hope and peace. The Nobel committee announced this among the 286 nominated candidates.

Arvind Kejriwal of AAP appreciated US Republican candidate Donald Trump’s promise to halve electricity prices, indicating global interest in welfare policies. AAP's Raghav Chadha praised Kejriwal, saying his governance model with affordable utilities and quality services sets a global benchmark.

A 26-year-old paraglider named Rishi fell into Tehri Lake in Uttarakhand during a training session. The SDRF team, led by Chief Constable Rakesh Rawat, quickly responded and rescued him using a motorboat. With many tourists in the area, an SDRF team is stationed near the lake for rescue operations.

Youtuber Gaurav Taneja shares Durga Puja celebration photos with his daughter and wife on Instagram, following his recent split with Ritu Rathee.

Hemoshree Bhadra, a model from Kolkata, faces intense social media criticism for wearing a revealing crop top to a Durga Puja pandal. Her outfit, along with those of her friends, has been deemed inappropriate for the religious event, sparking significant backlash online.

Noel Tata, aged 67, has been appointed chairman of Tata Trusts after the passing of Ratan Tata. Noel holds several significant positions within the Tata Group, including Chairman of Trent and Voltas. His extensive leadership background spans four decades, and his tenure has seen notable successes for various Tata companies.

Akhilesh Yadav condemns the Uttar Pradesh government and BJP for hindering his visit to Jayaprakash Narayan International Centre on the socialist icon's birth anniversary. He urges Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, who has roots in the Jayaprakash Narayan movement, to reconsider his support for the BJP-led government. JD(U) spokesperson criticizes Yadav for politicizing the tribute.

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS PO admit card 2024 for the upcoming Probationary Officers preliminary examination, scheduled for 19th and 20th October. Candidates can download their admit cards from ibps.in using their registration details. The IBPS PO 2024 recruitment process will fill 4,455 vacancies through a selection process that includes prelims, mains, and an interview. The article provides key information on exam pattern, marking scheme, and essential dates.

Saraswati Visarjan, occurring on October 12, 2024, signifies the farewell to Goddess Saraswati during Navratri. It holds immense cultural and religious importance, especially in South India, where it marks Vidhya Aarambham, the auspicious beginning of education. Devotees perform rituals, make offerings, and immerse the idol with great devotion to seek blessings for wisdom and creativity.

The Indian Premier League Player Regulations 2025-27 Key Points document shared by the BCCI with the franchises has left some of the officials confused

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticizes the Uttar Pradesh government and BJP for obstructing his visit to the Jayaprakash Narayan International Centre in Lucknow, accusing them of using barricades to thwart his homage on Narayan's birth anniversary. The Lucknow Development Authority cites security concerns, which Yadav rejects.

The Indian Air Force inaugurated the runway at Navi Mumbai airport with an Airbus C-295 landing, followed by a Sukhoi SU-30 flypast. Commercial operations are slated for March next year. The airport will feature a lotus-inspired terminal and multimodal connectivity. Once operational, it will manage about 1,500 flights daily alongside Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.

Pakistan suffered a severe defeat by an innings and 47 runs to England in Multan, despite posting a massive first-innings total of 556. England's response with a monumental 823/7 declared, led by Harry Brook's triple century and Joe Root's 262, left Pakistan's ongoing struggles in Test cricket glaringly evident.

In Hyderabad's Nampally, unknown individuals vandalized a Durga idol at a pandal, disturbing puja materials and breaking a part of the idol. The incident occurred early Friday when a watchman left briefly. Local police initiated an investigation and are reviewing nearby CCTV footage to identify the culprits.

Virat Kohli was seen at Mumbai airport before India’s three-match Test series against New Zealand. A photographer's comment about Kohli's participation in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy confused him momentarily. He missed India's home series against England due to his second child's birth. Following the New Zealand series, India's next major challenge will be the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, featuring a five-Test series against Australia.

A crown of goddess Kali, gifted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has been stolen from the Jeshoreshwari Temple in Bangladesh. The silver, gold-plated crown went missing on Thursday afternoon after the day’s rituals were completed. This temple is significant in Hindu mythology as one of the 51 Shakti Peeths, historically dating back to the 12th century.