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Jon Bon Jovi bought $10m Palm Beach home, rebuilt it and sold for $19.85m

‘I had no choice’: MMA fighter Varun Sanyal breaks silence after weight-cut blackout

'Deeply ashamed': Bihar LoP Tejashwi targets BJP govt over Jamui harassment case

JD(U) state chief’s gem on Jamui molestation: Look at Bihar before 2005

Caitlin Clark congratulates ex-Iowa teammate Sydney Affolter on engagement

WNBA star Caitlin Clark publicly celebrated a personal milestone for her former University of Iowa teammate Sydney Affolter. Affolter announced her engagement to Brennen Dorighi, prompting a warm response from Clark. The Indiana Fever guard has remained close to her former Hawkeyes teammates despite her high-profile professional career. Clark's message highlighted the strong bonds she has maintained since her college days at Iowa.

TMC Faction Adopts Football Player Symbol After EC Freezes Original Party Logo

The Mamata Banerjee-led faction of the Trinamool Congress has officially unveiled a football player as its new party symbol ahead of the October 6 bypolls. The Election Commission had frozen the TMC's well-known name and flowers-and-grass symbol due to an internal dispute over control of the party. The EC subsequently allotted the football player symbol to the Banerjee camp for use in the upcoming elections. Banerjee's faction has challenged the EC's order in the Supreme Court, which is set to hear the case. Meanwhile, the group is working to build voter recognition around its new identity before polling day.

Mahomes couple build $325M Kansas City sports empire across four franchises

NFL star Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany have assembled a multi-sport investment portfolio spanning the Kansas City Royals, Sporting KC, Alpine F1, and the NWSL's KC Current. The KC Current has seen its valuation surge dramatically, rising from $75 million in 2024 to $325 million in 2026. The women's soccer club now generates approximately $36 million in annual revenue. Patrick's off-field earnings are estimated at around $30 million, supplementing the couple's growing business interests. The Mahomes' portfolio signals a deliberate long-term strategy to build lasting wealth beyond Patrick's NFL career.

Punjab Minister Accuses Opposition of Politicising Poison-Intake Incident

Punjab Cabinet Minister Aman Arora has hit out at opposition parties over their response to an incident involving a man named Jagga Singh who consumed poison. Arora accused the opposition of exploiting the episode to target the Aam Aadmi Party-led state government. He urged that Jagga Singh's background and the circumstances surrounding the incident be considered before drawing conclusions. A police inquiry into the matter is currently underway. The minister described the opposition's conduct as politically motivated and urged a fact-based assessment of the situation.

Delhi High Court Strength Reaches 50 After Seven New Judges Sworn In

The Delhi High Court has expanded its judicial bench with the addition of seven new judges, raising its total strength to 50. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the high court premises. The Chief Justice administered the oath of office to each of the newly appointed judges. Following the ceremony, the Chief Justice extended congratulations to the newly sworn-in members of the bench.

Jaipur Hit-and-Run: Thar Deliberately Rams Biker, Driver Flees; Victim Dies

A hit-and-run incident in Jaipur claimed the life of a motorcyclist after a black Mahindra Thar deliberately swerved and struck him. The SUV came from behind, veered left to hit the victim identified as Sharma, and fled the scene without stopping. The incident drew comparisons to a similar high-profile hit-and-run case in Gurugram. The victim succumbed to injuries sustained in the collision. Authorities are investigating the case using available video footage of the incident.

Nandigram bypoll: Congress candidate sent to judicial custody till Oct 5 in 2007 case

Over $3bn and counting: What's fuelling India's export surge to China

Six Minors, Including Three Girls, Drown in Bhagalpur Pond in Bihar

Six minors, including three girls, drowned while bathing in a pond in Bhagalpur district, Bihar. The incident took place in the Sultanganj area and prompted an immediate response from local authorities. Sultanganj Circle Officer Raman Kumar and Station House Officer Dhananjay Kumar arrived at the scene to oversee the situation. An investigation into the tragic drowning incident has been launched by the police.

Edmonton Oilers Linked to Dylan Larkin Trade Amid Contract Hurdles

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly considering acquiring Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin in a potential blockbuster trade. Speculation suggests a package centered around young prospect Matthew Savoie, along with other players. However, the deal faces significant obstacles, including Larkin's complex contract situation and a no-trade clause that gives him power over any move. Detroit's current stance against a full rebuild further reduces the likelihood of such a transaction. For now, the scenario remains largely theoretical rather than an imminent deal.

Bihar MP Acknowledges Groping Incident But Defends Law and Order in State

A viral video showing a group harassing a young woman and her male friend in Bihar has sparked public outrage. Bihar MP Arun Bharti addressed the incident, calling it a cause for concern while rejecting claims of a complete breakdown of law and order. Bharti noted that police acted proactively by taking suo motu cognizance of the viral footage and registering a case without waiting for a formal complaint. The incident has drawn attention to public safety concerns in the state.

Man Shoots Wife Dead Then Calls Police Before Fleeing in Dehradun

A man in Dehradun shot his wife dead before calling the police and fleeing the scene. The victim's brother, Abhishek, who lives near the location, informed authorities about the incident. He revealed that the couple had been embroiled in a dispute for several days prior to the shooting. Police are currently investigating the case and searching for the absconding husband.

Ram temple donations 'theft' case: SIT to file 1st chargesheet within 4 days

Heavy Rain Alert for 4 Coastal States as Bay of Bengal Depression Intensifies

A deep depression forming over the Bay of Bengal is set to trigger intense rainfall across four coastal Indian states. Odisha is expected to face the most severe weather conditions among the affected regions. The meteorological system is driving significant rain warnings for coastal areas in the coming days. In contrast, the Delhi-NCR region is forecast to remain largely dry during this period.

Friends Mourn IIT Bombay Student Sahil Wakode, Deny Casteism Claims

Sahil Ravindra Wakode, a student at IIT Bombay, recently passed away, prompting grief among his peers and raising questions about the circumstances of his death. A close friend of Sahil spoke to NDTV, expressing deep sorrow over the loss and stating that the entire college community is mourning him. The friend denied that casteism played any role in Sahil's death, countering claims that had been circulating. The friend described the loss as deeply abnormal and painful, underscoring how much Sahil meant to those around him.

Ticket Disputes Cost Congress All Seats in Delhi University Student Elections

Congress suffered a complete wipeout in the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections, with party insiders attributing the loss to two critical decisions that were never made. The leadership failed to officially name Shokeen as the party's candidate, creating internal confusion. Additionally, the party did not resolve a dispute between Vishesh Yadav and Gopal Chaudhary, leaving its support base divided. These unresolved ticket rows are believed to have directly cost Congress what could otherwise have been a winning campaign.