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October 3, 2024 8:23 AM

Death Toll from Floods and Landslides in Nepal Reaches 233

In Nepal, the death toll from recent floods and landslides so far has reached 233, while 22 others are still missing. At least 169 people were injured in the disaster. According to Home Ministry spokesperson Rishiram Tiwari, 17,120 people have been rescued so far from flood- and landslide-affected a...

October 3, 2024 2:05 PM

9-day-long Navratri Festival Begins Today

Navratri, the 9-day-long festival to worship Goddess Durga, begins today with religious fervour and gaiety. During Navratri, the nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped. On the first day, Devi Durga is worshipped as Shailaputri....

October 3, 2024 8:20 AM

PM Modi’s Gift E-Auction Extended Till October 31

The date of the e-auction of gifts received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been extended till October 31st. It was originally scheduled from September 17 to October 2nd. This year marks the sixth instalment of the auction. The government has urged people to participate in the e-auction as it wi...

October 3, 2024 8:20 AM

Hurricane Helene Death Toll Rises to 183 in Southeastern USA

In the USA, the death toll from Hurricane Helene has risen to 183. Hundreds are still missing as a result of the storm across Southeastern states. In North Carolina, at least 90 people are known to have died. As power connections are being restored, 1.3 million people are still without power from Fl...

October 3, 2024 7:53 AM

Gujarat Welcomes Navratri with Devotion and Festivity

In Gujarat, Navratri began today with zeal and religious fervor. Devotees are visiting the Shaktipiths in the state, including the most revered Ambaji Temple in Banaskantha and the Mahakali Temple in Pavagadh.   In Gujarat, the festival of Navratri is celebrated by lighting the traditional la...

October 3, 2024 7:38 AM

Tennis: Carlos Alcaraz Defeats Jannik Sinner to Win First China Open Title

In tennis, second-seeded Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz beat defending champion and world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, winning 6-7 6-4 7-6 to claim his first China Open title.   Meanwhile, China’s Zheng Qinwen stormed into the quarterfinals of the women's singles after defeating Amanda Anisimova of the U...

October 3, 2024 7:33 AM

IMF Delegation Reviews Progress of Sri Lanka’s Economic Reforms

An IMF delegation met with Sri Lankan officials to review the progress of the ongoing IMF programme. Both parties assessed the achievements so far and discussed the next steps, including measures required for the release of the fourth tranche of the 2.9 billion dollar financing package. The IMF dele...

October 3, 2024 8:14 AM

Israel confirms Iran’s attack on some of its air bases

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has confirmed that some of its air bases were hit during Iran's missile attack on the country. However, the military emphasised that no significant damage was sustained, and the Israeli Air Force's operations remain unaffected.   According to IDF reports, the missi...