Times of India

Indian stock markets rallied sharply on Thursday, with the Sensex rising over 900 points to close at 74,151. The Nifty gained more than 1%, settling at 22,936.75, supported by positive corporate earnings and a firmer rupee. Crude oil prices eased slightly, providing relief to oil-importing India amid high inflation concerns. A broad-based buying interest was noted across sectors, particularly in realty and FMCG.

A Mississippi father left his family home and 0.86 acres of land equally to his three children in a 2008 will but transferred the property to his wife in 2021. After his death, his daughter challenged the transfer, claiming he had been improperly influenced due to his declining health. On Tuesday, an appeals court rejected her challenge, finding insufficient evidence of undue influence.

Michael Dell has endorsed the Trump Accounts initiative, which aims to provide American children with stock market investments. The program has opened approximately 9 million accounts for children under 18 and further plans to create accounts for all 70 million eligible kids. High-profile donors, including Gwynne Shotwell and Ray Dalio, are contributing funds to expand its reach.

Bili, the young gorilla saved from wildlife trafficking in Nigeria, has embarked on a fresh journey in the Republic of the Congo. After three years of dedicated care and rehabilitation, she is now set for a quarantine period at the Tchimpounga Nature Reserve. Here, Bili will undergo health assessments and prepare for her introduction to fellow gorillas, with hopes of eventually reintegrating her into the wild.

Markus 'Notch' Persson has placed his Beverly Hills mansion on the market for $70 million. He purchased the estate in 2014 after outbidding Beyoncé and Jay-Z, who also showed interest. The mansion features eight bedrooms, a nightclub, and a professional recording studio for entertainment. The billionaire decided to sell as he spends less time in Los Angeles these days.

The New Jersey Devils drew attention after Connor Hellebuyck was left out of the lineup for their game against the Colorado Avalanche, just one game after his debut with the team. Jake Allen started, while Rémi Poirier served as backup. With no official explanation provided, questions remain over whether Hellebuyck’s absence was routine workload management or related to another undisclosed consideration.

Micah Parsons had a full meniscus repair, which takes longer to recover from. For eight weeks, he was not allowed to bend his knee fully and used support to walk. Patrick Mahomes underwent immediate surgery because he also suffered an LCL tear, leading to a quicker recovery and rehabilitation timeline for the Kansas City Chiefs QB.

A local youth, identified as Shikhar Gohel, was booked for allegedly igniting a neighbor's car in Morbi. The incident occurred after an ongoing parking dispute between Gohel and the car's owner, Pushpa Bhatt. Gohel reportedly got irritated by the sensor noise emitted from Bhatt's vehicle. CCTV footage captured him pouring flammable liquid and setting the car ablaze before fleeing the scene. Significant damage, estimated at Rs 3.

Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal reflect on their parenting experiences and how they manage childcare responsibilities. Ali's involvement includes asking detailed questions about their daughter's meals while working away. Richa appreciates his care but sometimes feels it borders on micromanagement. They aim to balance their professional commitments with family needs and prioritize clear communication. Their story highlights the dynamics of modern parenting and the importance of trust.

In 2010, Steve Jobs called touchscreen laptops ergonomically terrible, and Apple spent the next 16 years agreeing with him. The new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display ends that run, and its OLED panel is what made touch possible. Jobs would probably still complain about tired arms. He would also likely recognise the move, because his no was usually aimed at ideas Apple couldn’t yet do well.

In a remarkable comeback to Test cricket, Josh Inglis achieved his second century, scoring 102 runs, as Australia triumphed with a total of 429 runs against South Africa. This impressive performance marked him as the first Australian player to secure multiple centuries across all formats. Alongside Inglis, Alex Carey shone brightly with an important contribution of 80 runs, leading Australia to a 100-run advantage after dismissing South Africa for 329.

IndiGo's CEO Willie Walsh has indicated that ticket prices may soon rise as the airline grapples with soaring fuel costs, which have climbed by 67.2 percent compared to last year. Despite facing substantial challenges, with a net loss of Rs 1,879.1 crore for the September quarter, Walsh emphasizes the importance of cutting expenses and maintaining operational efficiency to manage these rising costs successfully.

A Texas grandmother's safe-deposit box became the centre of a family dispute after her death in 2019. Her grandson reported finding $16,000, while another family member claimed it contained $400,000, an eight-carat diamond ring and gold coins. The grandmother's niece later won nearly $797,000 in damages, but an appeals court overturned the award on Tuesday, citing her failure to follow the required legal process.

The Karnataka Cabinet has sanctioned an increase in milk prices by Rs 8 per litre, set to commence on November 1. This adjustment will grant farmers an additional Rs 7 per litre, while cooperatives will benefit from Re 1. Farmers, who currently earn Rs 35 per litre, will see their income boosted to Rs 42.

On October 17, a tragic stampede in Kolkata claimed 19 lives during the Durga Puja celebrations. The incident was caused by overcrowding, panic, and a misleading announcement about structural failure. Experts emphasize the importance of effective crowd management to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Investigators are examining various factors contributing to the disaster, including narrow exits and inadequate safety measures.