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Court rules on parking dispute between homebuyer, builder and housing society

A homebuyer couple had been using a parking space allotted to them by their builder since 2008. The housing society later contested the arrangement, claiming the parking area belonged to the society. The builder, however, argued the space was part of the building's open area earmarked for a recreation ground. The dispute escalated into a legal battle over the rightful ownership and use of the contested parking space. A court stepped in to resolve the conflicting claims made by all three parties involved.

Himanta Sarma Mocks Mamata's New Party Symbol Ahead of Bengal Bypolls

The Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress faction was officially named 'Mamata All India Trinamool Congress' on Friday. The group was also assigned a 'football player' as its election symbol ahead of the October 6 bypolls in West Bengal. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took a jab at the development, quipping that the football would deflate. The symbol and name were granted in preparation for the upcoming by-elections in the state.

Turkey extends military support to Saudi Arabia amid escalating Houthi threats

Turkey has offered military assistance to Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks intensify in the region. The move puts a recently signed trilateral defense agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan to the test, as the pact commits member nations to collective defense when one is under attack. Pakistan, however, has clarified that it has no immediate plans to deploy military forces. Saudi Arabia is simultaneously seeking additional military support from the United States to counter the ongoing Houthi aggression.

J&K: Fire damages Mata Vaishno Devi helipad terminal in Reasi

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Domestic LPG cylinder booking: Biometric Aadhaar Authentication mandatory for subsidy from October 1

Assam Seeks West Bengal's Help to Restore Historic Madhupur Satra in Cooch Behar

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has reached out to West Bengal seeking cooperation to revamp the historic Madhupur Satra located in Cooch Behar. The Satra holds significant religious and cultural importance, particularly within the Vaishnavite tradition. Sarma also extended a reciprocal invitation, proposing that a West Bengal delegation visit Batadrava Than, a revered religious site in Assam. The outreach reflects efforts to strengthen cultural and heritage ties between the two neighbouring states.

Punjab Cop Murder Suspect Killed in Encounter, Pakistan Terror Link Investigated

A suspect linked to the murder of a Punjab police officer was killed in an encounter by security forces. The victim of the original crime, Harjit Singh from Tarn Taran district, was shot at point-blank range on Friday by two assailants on a motorcycle. Authorities are now investigating a possible connection between the accused and Pakistan-based terror networks. The encounter marks a swift development in the case following the officer's killing.

Something big brewing? Trump abruptly leaves Camp David, returns to White House

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Maharashtra Minister's Niece Nila Vikhe Patil Wins Seat in Sweden's Parliament

Nila Vikhe Patil, niece of Maharashtra minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, has been elected to the Swedish Parliament. She has previously served as a member of the Stockholm Municipal Corporation's City Council. Her election marks a notable achievement for an Indian-origin politician in Scandinavia. The development has drawn attention in both India and Sweden given her political family background in Maharashtra.

DUSU 2024: ABVP-NSUI dominance persists as Left alliance vote share dips despite activism

The Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) election results revealed a contest that went beyond the usual ABVP-NSUI rivalry. Independent candidate Deepanshu Shokeen secured a decisive win in the vice presidential race, while the presidential and joint secretary contests were closely fought. The AISA-SFI left alliance, which had been visibly active in Campus Justice Programme mobilisations around issues like housing, exams and accountability, failed to translate that momentum into votes. The alliance's vote tally actually declined compared to previous cycles, raising questions about the electoral impact of its on-ground campaigns.

IIT Bombay Professor Made 'Casteist Slurs': Father Of Student Who Killed Self

Apple CEO John Ternus Reflects on Self-Doubt and Growth From His Early Days

Apple CEO John Ternus has shared a formative lesson from his early career, recalling how he felt out of place when he joined the company as a young engineer in 2001. Surrounded by highly talented colleagues, Ternus often questioned whether he truly belonged at Apple. Over the following two decades, he went on to make significant contributions across multiple Apple products. He credits his growth to balancing self-confidence with a genuine openness to learning from those around him. His leadership journey ultimately earned him the full trust of Apple CEO Tim Cook.

Indians travel to Dubai to buy iPhone 18 Pro, saving money despite travel costs

Some Indian consumers are flying to Dubai to purchase the newly launched iPhone 18 Pro, finding it more economical even after factoring in flight and visa expenses. The trend highlights the significant price difference between Apple's retail pricing in India versus the UAE market. Dubai's lower tax structure and duty-free advantages make the iPhone 18 Pro considerably cheaper for Indian buyers. This unusual purchasing behavior reflects growing consumer awareness of international price disparities on premium electronics. The phenomenon underscores ongoing concerns about Apple's pricing strategy in the Indian market.

India fields 500-plus athletes at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, 314 making debut

India has assembled a contingent of over 500 athletes for the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, with 314 of them competing at the Games for the first time. Star weightlifter Mirabai Chanu returns to the competition seeking an Asian Games medal that has so far eluded her. Teen squash sensation Anahat Singh, a reigning World Junior Champion, is among the notable debutants. Several defending champions, including Avinash Sable, Tajinderpal Singh Toor, Parul Chaudhary, Jyothi Surekha Vennam, and the Satwik-Chirag pair, will aim to retain their titles. India will look to surpass its landmark 106-medal tally from the previous edition held in Hangzhou.

Delhi couple accused of murdering Adani executive also face Rs 1.2 crore fraud probe

Delhi police investigating the murder of Adani Realty project manager Yuvraj Singh Manchanda are now also probing an alleged fraud scheme linked to the accused. The suspects, Anya Vats and her partner Sanyam Sachdeva, were former colleagues of the victim. According to an FIR, the duo allegedly cheated a senior executive out of over Rs 1.2 crore using forged government notices. Investigators are scrutinising the pair's movements and electronic devices to determine whether Manchanda had prior knowledge of the racket.

'Iran war has potential to escalate rapidly': US issues blanket Middle East travel alert

Erigaisi Wins as India Beat Spain 3-1 to Stay Unbeaten at Chess Olympiad

Arjun Erigaisi secured his first win of the tournament by defeating Maksim Chigaev, helping defending champions India overcome Spain 3-1 in Round 4 of the Chess Olympiad. The match took place in Samarkand, with Gukesh also continuing his strong form while Praggnanandhaa and Nihal Sarin settled for draws. India's women's team matched the men's result, defeating Mongolia 3-1 to stay unbeaten in the competition. Both Indian teams have now maintained their winning momentum through four rounds of the tournament.