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Cites ‘reasonable apprehension of bias’ against a judge on the Supreme Court Bench whose son allegedly serves as the standing counsel for the Election Commission of India before the Madhya Pradesh High Court

Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi meet CMs and Education Ministers; ask them to follow student-centric educational policies in their States

“India rejects unwarranted references to India and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir made by the President of Turkiye during his UNGA address,” Randhir Jaiswal said

Reports indicate that Russia is intensifying its attacks on Ukraine, targeting key cities with ballistic missiles and drones. As Ukraine grapples with a lack of US-made Patriot missiles, the capability of its air defenses is being severely tested. Ukrainian officials claim that these strikes are a strategic move by Russia to weaken their defense.

On September 26, over 575 passionate volunteers dedicated their time to a significant cleanup effort in Nevada's Truckee River watershed. Their hard work resulted in the removal of an astounding 120,125 pounds of waste, which included both litter and invasive weeds. This collaborative initiative also focused on planting vegetation and enhancing storm drains, all aimed at safeguarding the local ecosystem.

In October 2002, a sea wall breach in Essex transformed farmland into a coastal wetland, increasing saltmarsh areas. This project, supported by various environmental organizations, aimed to restore natural habitats and manage coastal erosion. Marine life flourished, and biodiversity increased rapidly in the newly flooded areas after the breach. Traditional farming on higher land continued alongside saltmarsh restoration, contributing to sustainable agriculture.

Koder House, a significant heritage structure in Fort Kochi, suffered complete destruction due to a fire. This building, dating back to 1800s, was connected to the influential Koder family in the local Jewish community. Previously, it functioned as a boutique hotel and hosted cultural events related to Judaism. The incident has highlighted the urgent need for preserving historic buildings in the area.

Orlando Bravo has received approval to tear down a historic estate in Miami Beach that was once the home of Phil Collins. This demolition paves the way for a new luxury mansion, purposefully designed to combat flooding. The choice has ignited discussions about the importance of preserving historical sites in South Florida, with many advocates worried about the potential loss of early 20th-century architecture as climate challenges mount.

Under the PRAGATI-50 initiative, fifty cities in India have been selected to boost cleanliness and sanitation efforts. These cities will implement focused strategies and be closely monitored within the Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban 2.0 framework. Union Minister Manohar Lal will chair regular reviews to ensure consistent progress. The initiative encourages active citizen involvement, urging states and local authorities to create actionable plans for timely implementation.

Roger Federer's financial story is a case study in how elite sporting success can translate into a long-term commercial career. His Uniqlo deal provided large guaranteed income, while his On investment gave him significant equity exposure. These ventures, along with Rolex, Mercedes-Benz, TEAM8 and the Laver Cup, helped Federer build a fortune that goes way beyond tennis.

Stephen P Cohen thought Pakistan’s great strategic trick was negotiating with the world with a gun to its own head. Silicon Valley claims the gun is now pointed at all of humanity, China may get one first, and apparently the only people qualified to stop it are the same people asking for another few hundred billion dollars to build it.

Ministry of External Affairs criticised Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan for raising the Kashmir issue at the UN. The MEA emphasized that no external party has a right to comment on India's territorial integrity. Erdogan suggested dialogue to resolve disputes, including the Kashmir issue, within the United Nations framework. India has consistently maintained that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of the nation.