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BJP protests as assembly resolution refers to 2000 autonomy demand

A significant rise in prescription drug abuse, particularly Tapentadol and Nitrazepam, is troubling authorities. Police have identified specific injection marks on youths, indicating drug misuse. Despite increased seizures, enforcement laws struggle to address the issue effectively. Traffickers have adapted their methods, moving to underground networks to evade detection. Efforts are ongoing to strengthen the legal framework surrounding these drugs and improve supply chain monitoring.

In Tamil Nadu, a considerable difference exists in death rates between men and women across all age groups. Nearly 86% of the excess male deaths occur in younger populations, particularly aged 15 to 64. Risk factors include road crashes and chronic illnesses, which disproportionately affect men. Although health programs exist, they are not organized to effectively reduce male mortality.

In an imaginative twist, Mumbai Police showcased Ranbir Kapoor's first-look poster for 'Love & War', emphasizing the critical importance of seat belt usage. Their social media strategy cleverly links the film's title with this life-saving safety reminder, capturing public attention. Anticipation grows among fans eager to see Ranbir, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal share the screen for the first time.

Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani and his companies have reached a settlement with Sebi regarding violations of minimum public shareholding laws. They agreed to pay Rs 1.48 crore to close the matter, which stemmed from complaints filed in 2020. Although the involved parties denied any wrongdoing, Sebi will refrain from further enforcement actions unless similar issues come up in the future.

Bruce Willis has finalized the sale of his expansive 7.3-acre beachfront estate on Parrot Cay for a staggering $27 million. Acquired in 2000, the land saw the addition of three custom built homes over four years, nestled within 12 bedrooms and 14 elegant bathrooms. With luxurious outdoor spaces featuring multiple swimming pools, this sale marks a record-breaking residential deal in the Caribbean, as Willis actively streamlines his property portfolio.

India's real estate landscape experienced an unprecedented surge in equity investment, hitting $9.5 billion in the September 2026 quarter, a staggering increase from last year's $4.4 billion. Data centres accounted for 57 percent of these inflows, illustrating a pivotal change in investment strategy. Furthermore, foreign investors contributed nearly 59 percent, indicating a strong global appetite for Indian real estate.

Shaili Singh finished fourth with a best jump of 6.42m on Sunday. India's Ancy Sojan won silver with 6.53m, while China's Huang Yingying took gold with 6.55m on her final attempt. The controversy centres on Shaili's fourth attempt, which was officially measured at 6.41m.

India has made remarkable strides in the Asian Games 2026, gathering a total of eight medals in athletics, shooting, and kurash. Notably, Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav achieved a spectacular javelin double, while Murali Sreeshankar secured a silver in the long jump. Contributions from Esha Singh and Pincky Balhara, who earned silver and bronze medals respectively, further bolstered the nation's success.

Defending champions India ended their Asian Games group campaign in style, thrashing Bangladesh 10-0 in a rain-hit match on Monday. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored a hat-trick as India finished at the top of Pool A. They will now face arch-rivals Pakistan in the semi-final on October 1.

R Veeramani, previously arrested in a child rape case, has been charged with another incident. This new charge relates to the suicide of a 16-year-old girl in 2014, prompting her mother to file a complaint. The case remained dormant due to police record loss after a fire. The special investigation team is now looking into both incidents and collecting evidence from the public.

India won eight medals on Day 9 of the Asian Games, including four silver and four bronze. Notable performances included Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav securing silver and bronze in the men's javelin. Esha Singh earned silver in the women's 25m pistol, while several athletes contributed to the medal tally across different sports. Despite the successes, India's gold medal count remained at four, keeping it in 12th place overall.

A two-storey building in Damodarpur, Balasore partially collapsed due to heavy rainfall and weakened structure. This nearly 300-year-old building had historical connections with Fakir Mohan Senapati, an Odia writer and litterateur. People from the family of Bachu Keshab Rao occupied the building over generations and still resided in part of it. Fortunately, there were no injuries or casualties from the incident that blocked a local road.