A 67-year-old man in Kerala has been arrested on charges of murdering his wife following a domestic dispute. The man allegedly stabbed his wife to death before contacting his son, who lives abroad, to inform him of the incident. Police took the accused into custody after being alerted to the crime. The motive is reported to be rooted in a family conflict, though further details are under investigation.
A headmaster and his wife, who was also a school principal, were hacked to death on a school campus in Uttar Pradesh. The gruesome discovery was made on Tuesday morning when staff members arrived at the school and found the couple's bodies lying in pools of blood. The victims appeared to have been killed before employees reached the premises. Authorities were alerted following the discovery and launched an investigation into the double murder.
India and the United States announced a framework for the first phase of their bilateral trade agreement in February. However, shifting US tariff policies have complicated the negotiations, pushing the deal beyond its initial timeline. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the reasons behind the delay in finalising the pact. Both sides are continuing talks to reconcile differences arising from the evolving American tariff landscape.
The Kennedy Compound, located in Cape Cod, was acquired by the Kennedy family in 1928 for $25,000. Over the decades, it served as a central gathering place for major family milestones and events. The property gained national significance during John F. Kennedy's presidency, becoming closely tied to his administration's legacy. The compound witnessed both celebratory and tragic moments throughout the family's history, cementing its place in American culture.
Scientists Laura Bonk and Phil Trowbridge purchased 116 acres of land adjacent to New Hampshire's Bear Brook State Park back in 1997. After approximately 25 years, the couple decided to place their entire Derevya Farms property under a permanent conservation easement. The easement ensures long-term protection of the land's forests, wetlands, waterways, and wildlife habitats. Bonk and Trowbridge retain ownership of the property while legally safeguarding it from future development.
Severe flooding has hit Bangkok, Thailand, affecting approximately 700,000 residents across the city. Floodwaters reached knee-deep levels near a train station and shopping mall in the Bang Kapi district. Despite ongoing intermittent rainfall, residents continued their daily activities, wading through the submerged streets with their belongings. Locals have described the situation as highly stressful as the flooding disrupts normal life across affected areas.
AMD has announced plans to acquire World Labs, an AI startup, in a deal valued at approximately $8.2 billion. The acquisition is aimed at bolstering AMD's capabilities in AI hardware and software development by bringing in top-tier research talent. World Labs focuses on building advanced AI models critical to next-generation computing infrastructure. Following the deal's closure, World Labs co-founder and renowned AI pioneer Fei-Fei Li will take on the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Scientist at AMD.
A Delhi Police head constable in plainclothes was assaulted by Aam Aadmi Party workers during a visit by former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The incident was captured on camera, bringing the episode to public attention. Police confirmed that the head constable was medically examined for injuries following the assault. Authorities are now considering filing an FIR against those involved for assaulting a police officer on duty.
A lawyer booked a family room in Srinagar and two rooms at a Gulmarg hotel for late December 2025, paying Rs 18,775 in total. Upon arriving in Gulmarg, the family discovered that the booked hotel did not exist at the listed location. With no accommodation available, the family was forced to spend the night in their car in freezing temperatures of -4°C. The aggrieved advocate approached a consumer forum seeking redress for the ordeal. The forum ruled in his favour and awarded the family a compensation of Rs 48,775.
Indian boxer Ankush Panghal secured a place in the gold-medal bout at the Asian Games after defeating Uzbekistan's world champion Fazliddin Erkinboev in the semifinals. Panghal had a difficult start, dropping the first round, but fought back strongly to edge the second. He dominated the final round and won by unanimous decision. In another bout, India's Parveen Hooda also advanced to the finals with a convincing victory over China's Li Shu.
The rapid buildout of artificial intelligence infrastructure has entered a more financially precarious phase for major technology companies. For the first two years of the AI boom, hyperscalers — large cloud and tech giants — comfortably funded expansion using their own operating cash flows. That self-funded model is now no longer sustainable as capital demands continue to escalate. Companies are increasingly being pushed toward debt financing, raising concerns about long-term financial exposure. A critical threshold, described as the '5% danger line,' is emerging as a key risk indicator for the sector's debt levels.
Delhi experienced an unusually cool night on September 29, recording a minimum temperature of 21 degrees Celsius. This marks the city's lowest September minimum temperature in 18 years, since a similar reading was last recorded in 2008. The drop in temperature was accompanied by rare rainfall in the capital. The unseasonal rain contributed to the significant dip in nighttime temperatures for this time of year.
A woman police officer in Tamil Nadu lost her life after sustaining severe head injuries during an attempt to intervene in a clash between two groups. While trying to stop the fight, a youth forcefully pushed her, causing her to lose balance and fall backward. The fall resulted in critical head trauma that proved fatal. The incident highlights the dangers faced by law enforcement personnel while managing public order situations.
Indian shooter Neeru Dhanda made history by winning the gold medal in the women's trap individual event at the 2026 Asian Games. She delivered a flawless performance, hitting all five of her opening shots and staying composed through the final round. The gold marks India's first individual gold medal at these Asian Games. Prior to her individual triumph, Dhanda had also contributed to the Indian women's trap team's silver medal finish earlier in the competition.
A video of a physical altercation between two young women and an auto-rickshaw driver in Bengaluru's HSR Layout has gone viral on social media. The footage shows both parties exchanging blows before a third woman stepped in to break up the fight. The dispute reportedly stemmed from a disagreement over the ride fare. The auto driver claimed he was assaulted after the passengers refused to pay him. Police reached out to the women following the video's circulation, encouraging them to formally file a complaint.
A YouTube reporter named Mohan was killed in Telangana following a domestic dispute. His wife allegedly used a rokali banda, a traditional grinding stone, to attack him. The incident came to light through preliminary information shared by authorities. The fatal altercation is believed to have taken place at their residence. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the case.
