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Man sells ancestral land for Rs 8 cr, claims LTCG; tax dept rejects & adds Rs 6.36 cr

In the tax return that he filed, the man declared LTCG of Rs 7.73 crore after accounting for certain expenses. He claimed tax exemptions of Rs 2.64 crore under Section 54F, which relates to residential property, and Section 54B, applicable to agricultural property. However, the Assessing Officer (AO) was not satisfied with the documents that were submitted by the taxpayer to support his claims

Presidential election today? Trump confuses India with Brazil, claims 125 million voted

In a surprising blunder, US President Donald Trump claimed that 125 million individuals participated in India's presidential election, sparking confusion given Brazil's recent electoral events. His remarks drew attention to his concerns over the integrity of the US electoral system. Social media users quickly slammed the President and highlighted inaccuracies in his understanding of India’s election process.

Woman Drugged, Gang-Raped After Being Lured With Spa Job Offer In Kerala

The survivor informed her husband about the incident and later lodged a complaint with the police.

SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son, after selling Nvidia stake for OpenAI, now has a ‘request’

Masayoshi Son, the visionary behind SoftBank Group, voiced serious worries about the safety challenges posed by AI advancements at a forum in Kyoto. He stressed the urgent need for global collaboration to tackle these risks effectively. Son warned about the catastrophic potential of superintelligence if misused, drawing attention to the rapid acceleration of AI technology that demands immediate, responsible governance and oversight.

Meta lets go Virtue AI founders 4 months after hiring them: Here’s what company said

Meta has parted ways with several employees from the acquired startup Virtue AI after only four months. Co-founders Bo Li, Dawn Song, and Sanmi Koyejo were among those let go due to workplace differences. This decision reflects ongoing challenges in enhancing AI safety and security within the company. The hiring aimed to strengthen Meta's capabilities as concerns about advanced AI systems grow.

3 years after Oct 7, Israel honours officer whose Hamas attack warning was ignored

An intelligence officer from Israel's Unit 8200 has been acknowledged for issuing multiple warnings regarding the Hamas invasion prior to the catastrophic attack on October 7, 2023. Unfortunately, those alerts went unheeded, which led to a coordinated assault from Gaza, resulting in heavy casualties and numerous hostages. This incident has led to a critical examination of the systemic shortcomings within Israel's military intelligence operations.

Telangana Doctor Found Dead At Hotel, She Had Come To Return Gold Chain

The exact circumstances and cause of Srijana's death are yet to be established, as there were no external injury marks.

Sensex Opens 413 Points Higher Amid Continued Middle East Tensions

Shares of HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries Ltd, Bajaj Finance, PC Jewellers, PNB, Shriram Finance, ITC, etc. gained during the early morning deals.

Brazil Heads To Run-Off As Bolsonaro Pulls Off Shock 1st Place Before Lula

If Bolsonaro triumphs in the October 25 election, the Latin American powerhouse will join a steady rightward march in the region in recent elections, a trend championed by US President Donald Trump.

Russia's pneumonic plague scare: Nearly 200 quarantined after lab worker's death

'Like Ghajini': Devendra Fadnavis Mocks Opposition Over Poll Body Attacks

"How can the SIR of 2026 and the person who became chief election commissioner in 2025 affect the 2024 elections?" Devendra Fadnavis said

Bihar cop suspended after video shows him brandishing pistol at flood-hit people

Sangram Kumar Singh, the station house officer of Maker Police Station in Bihar, was suspended for indiscipline. He was filmed brandishing a pistol while distributing flood relief materials to affected citizens. The incident was widely circulated on social media, prompting an official statement from Saran's police department. Almost 9.87 lakh people faced distress due to the floods impacting multiple districts.

US Withdraws All Bomber Planes From UK Airbase Amid Security Concerns

A statement from a Pentagon official said "we can acknowledge now that all US bombers that were deployed to RAF Fairford have re-deployed to their home stations in the United States."

Nikkei jumps 2.5% above 70,000 to three-month high as AI stocks rally

Japan's Nikkei index experienced a remarkable rise of over 2% on Monday, breaking the 70,000 mark for the first time in three months. The surge was largely driven by chip manufacturers like Tokyo Electron and Advantest, while Kioxia's contribution fell short. The optimistic trend in Japanese stocks was fueled by Wall Street's strong performance, stemming from weaker US jobs data alleviating rate hike anxieties.

No classes in 500 schools on Monday: Why are France students protesting

In response to escalating student protests regarding education quality, France is set to close up to 500 high schools. Students are advocating for enhanced teaching staff and better resources to combat overcrowding and failing infrastructures. The unrest has led to significant clashes between police and demonstrators, prompting numerous arrests. Amid this turmoil, the government has vowed to enhance educational facilities and maintain classes.

Watch: Uruguay footballers play cricket at Eden Gardens ahead of Kolkata friendly

Uruguay’s football team explored Kolkata ahead of its October 6 friendly against India. The two-time World Cup champions visited Victoria Memorial and St Paul’s Cathedral and also tried cricket at Eden Gardens. The venue holds historical significance, as Uruguay won the 1982 Nehru Cup there. The squad, coached by Diego Forlán, will now prepare for the India clash.

Broken lights, missing guards: Safety a concern in NCR parks

Many parks in Noida and Ghaziabad are facing alarming issues related to insufficient lighting and inadequate security measures. Residents are increasingly hesitant to enjoy these public spaces after sundown, as broken streetlights diminish safety and invite undesirable activities. Despite notifying the relevant authorities regarding these pressing concerns, timely improvements are desperately needed to restore community trust and ensure public safety in these areas.

Israeli Agencies Flagged Foreign Flight Threats, Transport Body Ignored Them: Report

The report comes amid investigations into a "terrorist attack" on a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, in which an Omani co-pilot stabbed the captain while trying to take control of the aircraft.

flydubai Co-Pilot Planned To Crash Plane Into Israel Airport In 9/11 Repeat

Last week, Captain Machchhar, who is receiving treatment at a hospital in Abu Dhabi, told Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that al-Hammami had asked to pray minutes before he struck him with a crash axe, dealing a "big blow" to his head.

Indian Economy Is Growing Fast. Why Aren't Stock Market Returns Keeping Up?

The Indian economy grew at nearly 8 per cent in the April-June 2026 quarter. Yet equities have struggled to deliver the kind of returns many investors would expect from an economy growing this fast.