Trump Says He Does Not Believe Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei Is Dead

Gig Hiring Rises 15% for Festive Season, Tier II Cities Gain Ground

Gig economy hiring has surged by 15% in anticipation of the upcoming festive season. Delivery associates are among the most in-demand roles during this period. Warehouses and fulfilment centres are also ramping up their workforce to handle the expected spike in orders. Notably, tier II cities are emerging as significant contributors to this job growth, signalling a broader geographic spread of gig employment opportunities.

Nepal Floods Devastate Villages Along Bhote Kosi and Trishuli Rivers

Severe flooding has caused widespread destruction across villages and towns in Nepal. The disaster struck areas along two major rivers, the Bhote Kosi and the Trishuli. Surging floodwaters swept away homes, roads, bridges, and power plants in their path. Aerial footage has revealed the extensive scale of the damage left behind by the floods.

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Maharashtra Cyber launches awareness campaign targeting digital arrest scams

Maharashtra Cyber unveiled a short film and anthem in Mumbai to educate the public about online fraud. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who attended the event, emphasized that public awareness is a critical tool in combating cyber crime. Several celebrities were felicitated at the event for their role in supporting the initiative. The campaign specifically focuses on the 'digital arrest' scam, in which fraudsters extort money from unsuspecting victims. Authorities have urged citizens who fall victim to online fraud to immediately call the 1930 cyber helpline.