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Four killed after car hits truck in Dharwad district

Hindu - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:56
The car collided head-on with a goods truck near Amaragol village in Navalgund taluk of Dharwad district in Karnataka on October 9
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'An absolute fluke': How a cameraman's chance zoom exposed Sandpapergate scandal

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:54
"When he threw the ball on, he put his hand in his pocket. The cameraman - and these are big, big lens cameras - he zoomed into his pocket. The slow-mo operator looked at it, spooled it back and forth, then zoomed in and could see the yellow spot."
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Two Bills to be considered in nine-day Keralam Assembly session starting October 12

Hindu - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:53
As per the approved schedule, two Bills — Kerala Court Fees and Suits Valuation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and Madras Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (Amendment) Bill, 2026 — will be considered during the session
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Saudi-Pakistan defence pact: A big military promise, but little impact on the ground

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:48
The Pakistani government has refuted claims regarding its military involvement against Houthis in Yemen. This denial comes during intensified Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia's oil infrastructure. Pakistan and Türkiye have not intervened in the ongoing conflict, despite treaty obligations to Saudi Arabia. Recent meetings between military leaders from these nations reaffirmed their commitment to Saudi security.
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French family found vase in attic; it later sold for $16.18 million

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:30
An 18th-century Chinese porcelain vase, forgotten in a French family's attic, sold for €16.18 million at Sotheby’s Paris in 2018. The family brought it to the auction house in a shoebox, unaware of its value. Experts identified it as a rare imperial vase made for the Qianlong Emperor, and it sold for over 23 times its estimated value.
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‘I was a daughter of Himachal’: Ritu’s heartbreak after state drops her from reward list

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:29
Ritu Negi, the celebrated captain of the kabaddi team, has been overlooked for a cash reward following the women's gold medal win at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. While her teammates received acknowledgments, her exclusion has raised serious concerns about recognition for athletes, especially after marriage. The Sports Minister has committed to reviewing this oversight and ensuring that Ritu's remarkable contributions are appropriately honored.
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Dennis Quaid cuts asking price of remodeled LA home to $4.6m

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:28
Dennis Quaid has lowered the price of his Los Angeles mansion from $5.2 million to $4.6 million. He relocated to Nashville with his wife, Laura Savoie, and considers it their primary residence. After buying the Brentwood Hills property for $3.9 million in 2017, Quaid undertook extensive renovations. He expressed dissatisfaction with Los Angeles due to rising taxes and local governance issues.
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Russell Peters bought Malibu estate for $4.725m, now asks $8.5m

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:27
Renowned comedian Russell Peters is making headlines again as he lists his stunning Malibu estate for sale at $8.5 million. After acquiring the property in 2014 for $4.725 million, he has transformed it with substantial renovations. This luxurious home, boasting six bedrooms, offers breathtaking ocean views and an inviting pool, perfect for entertaining.
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Sisters sought 1/3rd share in parents' property; Madras HC rules in favour of brother

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:25
In this case, the parents of two daughters and a son owned several properties. The daughters got married and moved to their husbands' homes. On September 10, 2026, the Madras High Court dismissed the sisters' appeal for a share, allowing their brother to retain the land.
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'Is Delhi Modi's property?' Dipke questions heavy police deployment

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:18
CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke has challenged the heavy police presence and restrictions ahead of a planned protest. He claims that the protest will proceed despite not receiving official permission. Dipke has raised concerns about public inconvenience caused by transport shutdowns related to the protest. He emphasized the constitutional right to protest at designated sites like Jantar Mantar.
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CJP protest: Mumbai Rajdhani, August Kranti delayed; 5 express trains cancelled

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 10:10
The Railways has cancelled multiple Mail and Express trains ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party's planned protest. Trains arriving in Delhi between 4 am and 2 pm on October 10 are affected by these disruptions. The Mumbai Central-New Delhi Rajdhani Express and another service have been rescheduled by five hours due to anticipated traffic issues. Over 5,000 passengers from Western Railway and more than 1,200 from Central Railway were impacted.
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Jeff Bezos and DiCaprio launch $200 million project to save 100 threatened species

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 09:49
Jeff Bezos and Leonardo DiCaprio have unveiled an ambitious initiative worth $200 million aimed at conserving endangered species globally. Named the Phoenix Species Project, this endeavor seeks to benefit 100 vulnerable species, offering vital funding and expertise to conservation organizations. Notable species targeted for attention include the charismatic Golden-crowned sifaka and the rare Visayan warty pig, addressing urgent biodiversity threats stemming from human activities and climate change.
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'My entire family will go': Kejriwal urges public to join October 10 protest

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 09:46
Arvind Kejriwal has called for a large-scale protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. He accuses the BJP government and chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of systematic vote deletion. Despite police refusal for permission, the Cockroach Janata Party plans to proceed with their demonstration. Activists believe their constitutional right to protest should not require prior approval. Concerns regarding public inconvenience due to security measures have been raised by protest organizers.
Categories: National News

Utah road plan would blast canyon cliffs; lawsuit says 47 historic sites at risk

Times of India - Fri, 10/09/2026 - 09:42
Conservation organizations have launched a federal lawsuit against a proposed road paving initiative in Utah, citing risks to invaluable historic inscriptions and Native American rock art. Additionally, the project poses a threat to local wildlife, particularly the endangered Mexican spotted owl. The groups claim the US Bureau of Land Management bypassed essential evaluations, illuminating significant concerns surrounding environmental safeguarding and the preservation of cultural heritage.
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