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FBI puts gangster Goldy Brar on Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list

Maharashtra FDA Suspends 30 Food Licenses, Seizes Stock Worth Rs 1 Crore

Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suspended 30 licenses and registration certificates across multiple divisions in the state. The action targeted 13 establishments in Mumbai, six in the Konkan division, eight in the Pune division, and three in the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar division. Along with the license suspensions, authorities also seized food stock valued at approximately one crore rupees. The FDA announced these enforcement actions in an official statement released on Monday. The crackdown reflects ongoing regulatory efforts to ensure food safety standards are upheld across Maharashtra.

SpaceX Starship Achieves Orbit on 14th Test Flight Despite Engine Shutdown

SpaceX's Starship rocket reached orbit for the first time on Monday, lifting off from Starbase in Texas during its 14th test flight. An early engine shutdown briefly threatened the mission, but engineers gave the go-ahead for the orbital burn within minutes. The vehicle successfully deployed 26 Starlink V3 satellites into orbit during the flight. SpaceX cut the originally planned 10-hour mission short to approximately three hours. The milestone keeps Starship on schedule to support NASA's upcoming Artemis lunar missions.

India's Defence Summit: Key Insights on 6th-Gen Fighters, AI, and Military Gaps

India's Defence Minister and senior military commanders gathered at the NDTV Defence Summit to discuss the country's evolving military capabilities. The summit highlighted technologies expected to shape future warfare, including sixth-generation fighter jets and artificial intelligence. Leaders addressed critical capability gaps that India needs to fill in the near term. The discussions provided a broad overview of the strategic and technological priorities guiding India's defence planning.

Iran FM Meets Qatari Mediators in New York Amid US Talks Uncertainty

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi is scheduled to meet Qatari mediators in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The meeting comes amid mixed signals over the prospect of further Iran-US negotiations. Earlier, Iran's state news agency IRNA reported that the Iranian delegation in New York had no plans for additional direct talks with the United States. This contradicted statements by former President Trump, who had expressed expectations of more negotiations soon. Qatar has been playing a key mediating role between Tehran and Washington.

Delhi Fruit Vendor, 51, Found Dead in Suspected Suicide

A 51-year-old fruit vendor was found hanging in Delhi, according to police. Authorities launched an inquiry following the discovery of the body. Investigators found that the man had reportedly been suffering from depression prior to his death. Police are examining the circumstances surrounding the incident as part of their ongoing inquiry.

Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma, AAP MLA Jarnail Singh Face Complaints After Slapping Incident

A complaint has been filed against Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma, while a police case has been registered against AAP MLA Jarnail Singh following a physical altercation between the two. The incident occurred on Sunday during an on-site inspection of road repair work on the Outer Ring Road stretch between Janakpuri District Centre Chowk and the Najafgarh Drain. A video purportedly showing Verma slapping Singh spread rapidly across social media platforms. The confrontation has triggered separate legal actions against both politicians involved.

Fake Liquor Racket Busted in Prohibition-Bound Gujarat

Police in Gujarat have dismantled a sophisticated black market liquor racket operating in the state, which enforces a complete prohibition on alcohol. The gang allegedly sold cheap, low-quality spirits repackaged in premium brand bottles to deceive consumers. Authorities described the operation as well-organized, suggesting it had been running for a significant period. The bust highlights the persistent challenges Gujarat faces in enforcing its decades-old prohibition laws.

UNFPA report: Low wages, poverty, debt drive migrant workers to seek better lives

Delhi Police Boost Park Patrols After Kalkaji Gang Rape of Minor

Delhi Police have launched enhanced security measures including bike patrols and surprise night checks at parks across the city. The steps follow the alleged gang rape of a 17-year-old girl at Aastha Kunj, a DDA-maintained park near Kalkaji Mandir, on September 21. Three men, who reportedly posed as police officers, are accused of committing the assault. All three suspects were subsequently arrested, according to police. The incident has prompted authorities to tighten surveillance at public parks to prevent similar crimes.

Avalanche at Nepal's Himlung Himal Base Camp Kills Four Climbers

An avalanche struck the base camp of Himlung Himal, a 7,126-metre peak in Nepal, on Sunday. The incident occurred in the Nar Phu area of Manang district. Four people lost their lives in the disaster. A video from the snow-covered peak has since emerged, offering a glimpse of the affected site.

Man held for 8 days in custody over woman's suspicious death at Guwahati homestay

A man named Asik Ali has been placed in 8-day police custody in connection with the death of a woman at a homestay in Guwahati, Assam. Ali had claimed the woman died by suicide through hanging, but authorities remain unconvinced by his account. Police are now interrogating him to determine the true circumstances surrounding her death. The case has raised suspicions, prompting investigators to dig deeper into what actually transpired at the homestay.

Israel Says It Killed Hamas Militant Seen in Viral Noa Argamani Kidnapping Video

Israel has announced that it killed a Hamas militant who appeared in a widely shared video from the October 7 attacks. The footage, which gained international attention, showed the kidnapping of Noa Argamani and her boyfriend Avinatan Or at the Nova music festival. The video became one of the most recognized pieces of evidence documenting the brutal Hamas assault on Israel. Israeli forces identified and targeted the individual seen in the clip as part of ongoing military operations against those responsible for the October 7 attacks.

Webb finds galaxies polluted early universe 500M years after Big Bang

Tamil Nadu Bypolls Turn Personal as EPS Targets TVK Over Former AIADMK Candidates

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami has framed the upcoming Tamil Nadu bypolls as a fight for justice, urging voters to deliver a strong rebuke to the ruling TVK party. Palaniswami specifically criticized TVK for fielding former AIADMK legislators as its candidates in the bypoll constituencies. His remarks signal a deeply personal dimension to the electoral contest between the two parties. The battle appears to have intensified following longstanding political rivalries dating back to the death of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa.

Bangkok Flooding Hits 329,000 Households, Displaces Around 700,000 People

Severe weekend flooding struck Bangkok, affecting approximately 329,000 households and around 700,000 residents. The Bangkok Flood Control Centre released the figures, which were shared by Deputy Governor Tavida Kamolvej. The relentless rainfall caused widespread urban flooding across the city. Submerged vehicles and snakes appearing on streets were among the reported consequences of the deluge.

SpaceX Starship Reaches Orbit for First Time, Carrying 26 Starlink Satellites

SpaceX successfully launched its Starship rocket into orbit for the first time, marking a major milestone for the program. The vehicle, the largest and most powerful rocket ever constructed, carried 26 next-generation Starlink satellites as its payload. These satellites are set to join a constellation of over 11,000 existing Starlink units currently providing internet service globally. However, the flight concluded earlier than planned, cutting the mission short before full completion of its objectives.

Omar Abdullah Defends Autonomy Resolution Amid BJP Protests in J&K Assembly

Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah sparked controversy after the state assembly passed a resolution referencing the 2000 demand for autonomy. The BJP staged protests against the resolution, objecting to its political implications. Abdullah responded sharply to critics, warning that allowing armed force to determine statehood would effectively hand that power to Pakistan. He defended the resolution as a legitimate political expression rather than a security threat. The exchange highlighted ongoing tensions between the ruling dispensation and BJP over J&K's constitutional status.

Prescription Drug Abuse Surges in Chennai as Traffickers Evade Law Enforcement

Chennai authorities are grappling with a sharp rise in prescription drug abuse, particularly involving Tapentadol and Nitrazepam. Police have found injection marks on young individuals, pointing to widespread misuse of these controlled substances. Despite more frequent seizures, existing enforcement laws have proven inadequate in curbing the problem. Traffickers have shifted to underground networks to avoid detection, complicating police efforts. Authorities are now working to strengthen the legal framework and tighten supply chain monitoring for these drugs.

India's Kaveri Engine Clears Russia Trials, Set to Power Stealth Drones

India's indigenously developed Kaveri dry engine has successfully completed high-altitude and flight trials conducted in Russia. The engine recorded a peak dry thrust of 48.5 kilonewtons, surpassing its original design target of approximately 46 kilonewtons. The successful trial marks a significant milestone for India's defence aviation programme. The Kaveri engine is now expected to be used in India's upcoming stealth drone platforms.