Times of India

On September 30, the flydubai Flight FZ1073 faced a cockpit attack when Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami stabbed Captain Smit Machchhar. The injured pilot bravely opened the cockpit door, allowing crew and passengers to subdue the co-pilot. The flight was diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, where al-Hammami was apprehended by authorities. Investigations have since been undertaken by several countries into al-Hammami’s background and possible extremist ties.

The McGregor City Council has reached a settlement regarding penalties related to groundwater overpumping caused by SpaceX. The city will allocate $175,000 for this resolution and commit to a 25-year groundwater monitoring program. However, residents are concerned about who will bear these costs, urging that SpaceX should take financial responsibility.

In 2010, Marc Benioff and Lynne Benioff contributed $100 million to build a new children's hospital at UCSF. Five years later, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital San Francisco officially opened with 183 beds for pediatric care. Before the hospital's opening, the Benioffs donated an additional $100 million to enhance healthcare services and research. The design prioritized family-centered care, including rooms for parents and outdoor recovery spaces.

Kansas City Chiefs’ head coach Andy Reid shares more about Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes ahead of facing the Las Vegas Raiders.

Sharmila Mona Sinha, who grew up in Kolkata, has been inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame. She became the second Indian woman to receive this honor, following Indra Nooyi. Sinha's journey has included time in investment banking and philanthropic efforts for women's rights. She currently serves as CEO of Equality Now, addressing issues affecting women globally.

India's medal tally fell from 106 at the Hangzhou Asian Games to 85 at Aichi-Nagoya, but the contingent was also 25% smaller. The deeper comparison reveals a more nuanced picture: improved medals-per-athlete efficiency, an unchanged gold yield, and a striking dependence on the final two days.

Jio Platforms is preparing for its stock market debut with an estimated issue size of $3.8 billion, which could set records. The IPO aims for a valuation of $143-146 billion, with filings expected in mid-October. Reliance Jio’s expansion includes telecom, cloud, AI, and services, reporting significant financial growth recently. Past investors include tech giants like Meta and Google, contributing substantial capital to the company.

After studying in the US, Sharad Vivek Sagar decided to return to Bihar, despite his friends' disbelief. They teased him, challenging his choice, and he quipped that only a White House invitation would lure him back. Years later, his dedication to education earned him an invite from Barack Obama, turning a light-hearted jest into reality and representing his commitment to his home state.

The Cockroach Janata Party has accused Delhi Police of refusing to register a FIR against ACP Vivek Bhagat. This refusal was allegedly attributed to an ongoing Crime Branch investigation related to the complaint. Three women journalists also claimed manhandling by police during their detention at a protest. Delhi Police confirmed the complaints had been registered and that the matter was referred to the Crime Branch.

Yu Zidi, a 13-year-old swimmer from China, set multiple records and won three gold medals at the Asian Games. Puripol Boonson, a 20-year-old sprinter from Thailand, achieved a 100m-200m double with four record-breaking performances. Both athletes earned the titles of Female and Male Most Valuable Players for their remarkable achievements. Their performances established them as promising stars in Asian sports moving forward.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay condemned M K Stalin and the DMK for derogatory attacks on women. He spoke during a campaign rally in Dharapuram, highlighting the need for respectful discourse. Vijay asserted that his remarks were made as a son and brother of Tamil Nadu women. He warned of legal consequences for continued derogatory comments from DMK leaders.

Following the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, Michael and Susan Dell launched the Rebuild Texas Fund, which garnered more than $100 million aimed at helping affected areas. This significant initiative enabled the reconstruction of 3,740 homes and the reopening of 1,411 businesses. Additionally, it delivered health services to 265,842 residents while emphasizing community-led recovery efforts throughout the three-year timeline.