An aviation report detailed a serious incident aboard a Flydubai Boeing 737. The aircraft plunged from 34,000 feet to 17,000 feet in approximately 90 seconds. This occurred after the co-pilot allegedly attempted to kill the pilot during the flight. Investigators described the plane's survival as miraculous given the circumstances.
Assam Police arrested nine Bangladeshi nationals on unspecified charges. Authorities recovered suspected fake Indian Aadhaar cards and a Bangladeshi passport from the group. Also seized were six mobile phones and five railway tickets. The investigation is ongoing.
On September 30, foreign institutional investors sold over Rs 10,000 crore worth of Indian equities. This contributed to a major market decline where the Sensex index fell by 1,000 points. The sell-off erased approximately Rs 9 lakh crore from the market's value. Analysts cite rising US bond yields as a key reason prompting the foreign investor exit.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly responded to questions about a recent flydubai flight incident. He accused Iran of being responsible for the event. The incident involved a Dubai-bound flight that was reportedly forced to turn back. Netanyahu did not provide detailed evidence to support his allegation during his statement.
A woman from Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, was allegedly raped in Kerala last month. The incident occurred after she traveled and stayed in a lodge with a male friend. The assault was reportedly orchestrated by the wife of her male companion. Police are investigating the incident that took place near a bus stand.
Adani Ports' Colombo West International Terminal has completed a $750 million expansion project. The terminal's capacity has doubled from 1.6 million to 3.2 million TEUs. This aims to help the terminal handle nearly 25% of the Port of Colombo's total traffic. The port has set a target of handling 13 million TEUs by 2028.
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue for September surpassed two lakh crore rupees, marking a 14.7% year-on-year increase. The rise was driven by significant growth in both domestic transactions, which were up 10.1%, and imports, which surged by 25.9%. States including Maharashtra and Karnataka reported notable collection increases. The strong performance contributed to a positive year-to-date trend compared to the previous fiscal year.
India secured their place in the final with a 124-run victory over Sri Lanka in the semi-final on Thursday. Pakistan advanced by defeating Bangladesh by six wickets, setting up the title match against India. India enters the contest as the defending men's cricket champion. They previously won the gold medal at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou.
Indian Railways will introduce a new Vande Bharat Express train connecting Surat and Udaipur. The service is scheduled to commence operations on October 2. The route details, intermediate stops, timings, and fare structure have been finalized and announced. This launch expands the network of India's semi-high-speed train service.
A special Delhi court has ordered the framing of money laundering charges against separatist leader Mohammad Yasin Malik. The charges relate to the alleged receipt of foreign funding for separatist activities. The prosecution claims the funds originated from the Pakistani establishment. The money was purportedly transferred through illegal Hawala channels.
A significant portion of Ukraine's F-16 fighter jets are reportedly grounded due to maintenance issues. The fleet is also facing a critical shortage of advanced air-to-air missiles. These shortages have forced Ukrainian pilots to ration their missile use and employ alternative munitions. The situation demonstrates the logistical challenges of sustaining modern aircraft in a prolonged conflict. It has been cited as a key factor in India's drive for self-reliant weapons like the Astra missile.
Schoolchildren and parents in east Bengaluru are experiencing significantly longer commutes, now averaging 112 minutes per day. Recent studies indicate this extensive travel time accumulates to the equivalent of 53 lost days per year for students. The increased duration is primarily attributed to severe traffic congestion on state highways. While authorities have initiated measures like restricting heavy vehicles during school hours, planned infrastructure projects face delays in implementation.
Adani Green Energy has expanded its operational battery energy storage system capacity to 6.63 gigawatt-hours in Khavda, Gujarat. The project makes the company India's largest renewable energy firm by operational BESS capacity. Adani Green now accounts for over 50 percent of the country's total operational BESS capacity, which stands at approximately 12.6 GWh. This expansion supports grid stability and energy storage for renewable sources.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, the Navajo Nation faced severe water shortages. The non-profit DigDeep, through its Navajo Water Project, provided water storage tanks and emergency aid. Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey donated $1 million to the effort in 2020. This funding helped the project assist 1,450 families, triple its initial target, by delivering critical water access.
In 1899, nine-year-old Thomas Gilcrease received a 160-acre land allotment in Oklahoma. Oil was later discovered on his property, leading to 32 producing wells by 1917. The wealth generated from this oil supported his passion for collecting art and historical artifacts. This collection formed the basis of the Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa, which preserves a vast record of American Indian history and culture.
The Gem & Jewellery Council has warned consumers about an increasing risk of fraud from fake gold hallmark stamps. While buyers pay for hallmarking, many are unaware they can verify the authenticity using the BIS Care app. Government data shows the number of official hallmarking centres has grown significantly in recent years. This gap in awareness and verification allows counterfeit stamps to potentially enter the market.
Indian pilot Smit Machchhar is recovering in a Tabuk, Saudi Arabia hospital after a mid-air incident on Wednesday. His flight was diverted after the co-pilot allegedly stabbed him. Israeli officials stated the attack was an attempt to crash the plane, which was carrying 174 people. The motive for the co-pilot's actions is currently under investigation.
A single page from the historic Gutenberg Bible was discovered in an attic in England after being overlooked for years. The approximately 570-year-old leaf, containing text from the Book of Numbers, was originally purchased for £25. In 2025, it was sold at auction for £39,000. The Gutenberg Bible is renowned as one of the first major books printed using movable type, making any surviving fragment a significant historical artifact.
An elderly couple was found dead in a well in Telangana. Police suspect the deaths were suicides. The couple allegedly faced prolonged neglect and lack of support from their sons. Authorities are investigating the tragic incident.
Fatima Zahra El Mansouri has been appointed Morocco's first woman prime minister following her party's electoral victory. She must now assemble a coalition government, as her party did not secure a parliamentary majority. El Mansouri previously served as the first female mayor of Marrakesh and has extensive political experience. King Mohammed VI formally made the appointment, which represents a historic step for the nation.