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Zuckerberg, worth $223 bn, didn’t clap as Billie urged billionaires to give away money: Report

  • After pop star Billie Eilish told billionaires to give away their money at an event, Mark Zuckerberg who was present at the event, didn't clap, PEOPLE reported, citing an eyewitness. Zuckerberg has a net worth of $223.1 billion. "If you're a billionaire, why are you a billionaire? No hate, but yeah, give your money away, shorties," Billie said.
    • -Free Press Journal

IPL's biggest player trade deal to happen before IPL 2026 auction: Reports

  • IPL history's biggest player trade deal is likely to happen before the IPL 2026 auction, according to reports. Several reports have stated that one of the players involved in the swap could be Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson. The date of IPL 2026 auction is not out yet, however, it is expected to take place in December.
    • -SportsTiger

Air pollution killed 17 lakh Indians: Study

  • A new Lancet study has revealed that toxic air killed over 17 lakh Indians in 2022, marking a 38% increase since 2010. The report links air pollution and climate inaction to severe health risks, calling it a "health crisis". Researchers also revealed that between 2001 and 2003, India lost about 2.33 million hectares of land covered by trees.
    • -Times Now

Harshit Rana smashes 104-metre six, broadcasters pan to Gambhir's reaction

  • Team India fast bowler Harshit Rana smashed a 104-metre six on the bowling of all-rounder Marcus Stoinis in the second T20I in Melbourne. The broadcasters panned to Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir's reaction as soon as Rana smashed the maximum. Notably, Harshit was promoted up the order in the match. Earlier, Gambhir was accused of favouring Harshit.
    • -Outlook India

Regime changes in neighbouring nations due to bad governance: NSA

  • NSA Ajit Doval, while speaking on National Unity Day, said regime changes in neighbouring countries, including Nepal and Bangladesh, were a result of bad governance. "I believe governance plays a seminal role in the nation-building process, as well as in securing a nation," he said, adding that "it's indeed very befitting that in 2025, we should be reinventing Sardar Patel".
    • -News18

Which places had the most polluted air on Friday?

  • According to the Central Pollution Control Board, Bhiwani recorded the most polluted air at 4 pm on Friday with an AQI of 406. It fell in the 'severe' category. Ballabgarh had an AQI of 320, Sonipat had an AQI of 317, while Bikaner and Fatehabad each had an AQI of 309. The AQI of Hanumangarh was 304.
    • -CPCB

No greater pain: Israeli woman on burying hostage son for 3rd time

  • An Israeli woman who buried her 27-year-old son, taken hostage by Hamas, a third time, said there was no greater pain than what she had endured. Some remains of the deceased, Ofir Tzarfati, were recovered by Israel in 2023, allowing the family to hold a funeral then. More remains of Tzarfati were returned in 2024 and 2025 after Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
    • -News18

MP school shifts weekly off from Sunday to Friday for prayers, revokes order after outrage

  • The Anjuman Islamia English Medium School in Jabalpur faced a backlash after it issued an order changing the weekly off from Sunday to Friday so that students can attend Friday prayers. The school management withdrew the order after backlash; however, Jabalpur’s District Education Officer visited the school and announced that action would be taken against the school following an investigation.
    • -Republic World

Android better at blocking scams than iOS: Google

  • Google has claimed that its Android operating system is more effective at stopping mobile scams than Apple's iOS. It added that Android users are safer from scams than iPhone users as its AI-powered security systems block over 10 billion malicious calls and messages every month. In the last 12 months, scams have led to over $400 billion in losses globally.
    • -Moneycontrol

₹100 crore cyber fraud syndicate busted in Delhi-NCR

  • A ₹100 crore cyber fraud syndicate has been busted in Delhi-NCR that used to lure people through apps like Telegram, promising high returns on stock market investments. A total of four people were arrested with over 35 SIM cards and a laptop containing records of transactions involving approximately 270 bank accounts. The suspected mastermind of the syndicate lives in Dubai.
    • -ANI

Josh Hazlewood wants more all-rounders in Australia’s XI for Ashes

  • Australia veteran pacer Josh Hazlewood wants his team management to select as many as all-rounders in their playing XI for the Ashes series against England. "Greeny is obviously an outstanding player, Beau has done great for us whenever he's played. The more the merrier, I say. They can bowl as much as they want," said the Australian speedster.
    • -Sports Tiger

Delhi clinch their second PKL title after beating Pune in final

  • In the final of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2025 at Thyagaraj Sports Complex, Dabang Delhi stood tall against Puneri Paltan and clinched a 31-28 win to secure their second title. The match was interesting for avid Kabaddi fans as both teams put up an intense fight to claim the contest. However, Delhi held their nerve and bagged the victory.
    • -Sports Tiger

She has no plans to convert: US VP Vance amid row for saying Hindu wife Usha may convert

  • US VP JD Vance, who said he hopes his Hindu wife Usha converts to Christianity, has now said she has no plans to convert. "Like many people in an interfaith marriage, I hope she may one day see things as I do," he said. He claimed it was disgusting to say he threw his wife's religion under the bus.
    • -X (formerly Twitter)

Why was Harshit Rana sent to bat ahead of Shivam Dube in 2nd T20I?

  • India pacer Harshit Rana was sent to bat ahead of all-rounder Shivam Dube in second T20I against Australia in Melbourne. Harshit scored 35(33) while batting at number seven. India opener Abhishek Sharma, after the match, revealed Dube was sent up the order due to left-right combination. "I knew Harshit could bat...He hits sixes off me a lot in...nets," Abhishek added.
    • -Wisden

Trump denies plans to attack Venezuelan military sites

  • US President Donald Trump refuted reports that his administration was planning to attack military installations inside Venezuela. Reports claimed that the purported attack would destroy installations suspected of being used by drug-traffickers. Earlier, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro accused US of "fabricating a war" after Trump deployed world's largest warship USS Gerald R Ford to Caribbean.
    • -News18

Selena Gomez shares tips for dealing with tough days

  • At the Rare Impact Fund Benefit, Selena Gomez shared her tips for handling tough days, saying, "Somedays you just have to let yourself get it out, and afterwards, you could laugh about it." She added that meeting friends, talking to her therapist, and seeking supportive people help her. Selena also spoke about the "vulnerability of joy" & mental health awareness.
    • -Free Press Journal

He told you?: K’taka CM to reporter on Dy CM becoming CM talks

  • Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah dismissed speculation about leadership change, reacting sharply to a reporter who asked if Deputy CM DK Shivakumar would take charge in November. "Has he (DK Shivakumar) told you?...How did you come to know?" CM said. When reporter replied that he had read it in newspaper, CM retorted, "Which newspaper?...I didn't see it anywhere...though I read all newspapers."
    • -PTI

Fake ₹500 note having cartoonish reflection of Mahatma Gandhi caught at SBI branch

  • A person shared a picture of a fake ₹500 note caught in an SBI branch in Delhi. "[The note] was exactly like the original one, just the reflection of Mahatma Gandhi was cartoonish," the person wrote. The fake note was flagged when someone deposited a stack of ₹500 notes, and the machine beeped while cashier counted them, the person said.
    • -News18

Wangchuk named among TIME's 100 most influential climate leaders

  • Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has been named in TIME Magazine's 'TIME100 Climate 2025' list, recognising him as one of the world's 100 most influential leaders driving business toward real climate action. Wangchuk, who has been recognised for his environmental contributions, was named in the 'Defenders' category. This comes weeks after he was arrested for Ladakh protests that turned violent.
    • -X (formerly Twitter)

Pay ₹20,000/month to father-in-law from salary: Raj HC to woman

  • Rajasthan High Court has ordered that ₹20,000 would be deducted from a woman's salary every month and deposited into the account of her father-in-law. The woman secured her job through a compassionate appointment after her husband's death, but later refused to look after her in-laws. The court ruled that her compassionate appointment is for the entire family.
    • -News24

Ukraine extradites captured Russian soldier for war crimes trial

  • Ukraine has extradited a captured Russian soldier to Lithuania, where he will be put on trial for alleged war crimes. The war-torn country has called it a "historic" first. "For the first time since the start of full-scale aggression, Ukraine has handed over a Russian serviceman to a foreign state," Ukraine’s prosecutor general Ruslan Kravchenko said.
    • -News18

Key takeaways from India’s loss to Australia in 2nd T20I

  • India's 4-wicket loss to Australia at the MCG exposed key areas of concern - a fragile top order, Suryakumar Yadav's dip in form, and ongoing middle-order experiments. Abhishek Sharma's fighting 68 stood out amid the collapse, while a brief bowling resurgence from Bumrah and Chakravarthy wasn't enough to prevent Australia from sealing a comfortable win.
    • -Asianet Newsable

US highlights India in ad about H-1B visa misuse

  • US Labour Department shared a video accusing companies of "rampantly" abusing H-1B visa programme. "Young Americans have had American Dream stolen from them...as jobs have been replaced by foreign workers," department said. Video noted 72% of H-1B holders in 2023 were Indians. It added that US is holding companies accountable for their abuse and recapturing "American dream for American people".
    • -X

Why ISRO's heaviest satellite launch marks space power's new era?

  • The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch its heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, using the LVM3 rocket on November 2, 2025. The 4,400 kg multi-band satellite will provide communication services across India and nearby ocean regions. This marks the fifth operational flight of the LVM3 vehicle, which earlier carried out the Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission.
    • -Asianet Newsable

US VP Vance, Charlie Kirk's widow Erika criticised for 'inappropriate' hug

  • A hug between US VP JD Vance and Erika Kirk, the widow of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, at an event has been dubbed inappropriate by many. Erika was seen holding the back of Vance's head. "Erika and Vance, literally fondling on stage...This is disgusting," an X user wrote. "That's more than a friendly hug...that's an intimate embrace," said another.
    • -Moneycontrol.com

Trump govt to fight lawsuit against $1,00,000 H-1B visa fee

  • Donald Trump administration is preparing to legally defend the H-1B visa regulation, which introduces a $1,00,000 fee for new applicants. This follows a lawsuit filed by the US Chamber of Commerce challenging the legality of the fee. "The H-1B visa system has been spammed with fraud, and that's driven down American wages," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt had said.
    • -ABPLive

How blockchain is powering India’s green farming shift

  • Blockchain technology is finding new purpose in India's farms, helping track sustainable practices and generate verifiable carbon credits. Startups are building systems that let farmers prove climate impact while attracting ethical investors. By combining data integrity with smallholder inclusion, blockchain is emerging as a key tool in India's push for transparent, climate-positive agriculture.
    • -The Core

EC seeks report from Bihar DGP in murder case involving Anant Singh

  • The Election Commission on Friday sought a report from the Bihar DGP in a murder case involving JDU candidate from Bihar's Mokama, Anant Singh. He was named in an FIR for the murder of a Jan Suraaj Party supporter, Dularchand Yadav, during a campaign rally on Thursday. Dularchand was allegedly shot and then run over by a vehicle.
    • -Press Trust of India

Dallas Fed Chief opposes this week’s rate cut

  • Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan said she would have opposed this week 25-bps rate cut, arguing that inflation and labour data don't justify further easing. Speaking at a Dallas Fed conference, Logan warned that another cut in December would be difficult unless inflation falls faster or the job market weakens more sharply.
    • -Stocktwits

Covid-19 infection triples heart attack risk, new study finds

  • A new study confirms Covid-19 infection can triple heart attack risk, especially within 14 weeks post-infection. Research from 155 studies reveals the virus damages blood vessels, causing inflammation and clotting. Experts urge vaccination, regular heart check-ups, and healthy lifestyles to reduce risks. Early medical follow-up after Covid-19 can help prevent long-term heart complications.
    • -The CSR Journal

AI curriculum to be introduced in all schools from Class 3rd

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computational Thinking (CT) curriculum will be introduced into all schools from Class three onwards, starting with the 2026-27 academic year, the Ministry of Education has announced. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has also set up an expert committee chaired by Professor Karthik Raman of IIT Madras to develop the AI and CT curriculum.
    • -ANI

'I've serious health issues', says Raut, PM Modi wishes recovery

  • Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut announced on Friday that his health had suddenly worsened due to serious health issues and that doctors have advised him not to mingle with people for now. Reacting to Raut's statement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished him "speedy recovery and good health" in an X post. Raut said that he was currently undergoing treatment.
    • -Free Press Journal

Who was Vijay Mahato, Jharkhand worker killed in Saudi crossfire?

  • Vijay Kumar Mahato, a 27-year-old from Dudhapania village in Jharkhand's Giridih district, worked with Hyundai Engineering and Construction Company in Saudi Arabia on transmission line projects. He was killed in police firing on October 15 after being caught in a crossfire between Saudi police and an extortion gang. Mahato is survived by his wife, two young sons, and parents.
    • -Asianet Newsable

IOs shall not issue summons to advocates representing accused: SC

  • The Supreme Court directed that the Investigating Officers (IOs) shall not issue summons to advocates who represent accused to know details of the case, unless it is covered under any of the exceptions under Section 132 of the Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA). The Court was deciding a suo-motu case arising out of a reference made by a two-judge bench.
    • -Verdictum

SC rejects plea seeking de-sealing of commercial premises in Delhi

  • The Supreme Court has rejected the prayer seeking de-sealing of the ‘commercial premises’ at plot no.106 situated in New Rajinder Nagar Market (LSC), New Delhi, admeasuring approximately 89 square yards. A writ petition and an interlocutory application were filed before the court, relying on the common order of the judicial committee appointed by the apex court in a writ petition.
    • -Verdictum

We hope Asia Cup trophy will reach Mumbai in a day or two: BCCI

  • BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said they expect the Asia Cup 2025 trophy to reach the BCCI office in Mumbai within a day or two. "We are a little unhappy that the trophy hasn't been handed to us even after a month," he stated. Notably, ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi had taken it after India declined to collect it after the final.
    • -News18

Why do we never see pure black?

  • When a person closes their eyes or sits in pitch darkness, they don't see pure black but a dim, shifting grey called eigengrau, which is the brain’s "intrinsic grey". It arises from random electrical noise in the optic nerve. These faint signals prevent true darkness, turning the void into a canvas of perception, awareness and imagination.
    • -Indian Express

Ardelyx rallies 22% on strong Ibsrela sales upbeat outlook

  • Ardelyx shares surged 22% in premarket trading after the company raised its full-year guidance, projecting Ibsrela revenue of $270-275 million. Q3 Ibsrela sales hit a record $78.2 million, up 92% year-over-year. CEO Mike Raab said demand growth remains strong and broad-based, positioning Ibsrela as the key driver of Ardelyx's future growth.
    • -Stocktwits

Been to Moon 6 times: NASA busts Kim's Moon-landing conspiracy

  • NASA responded to American socialite Kim Kardashian's latest remark, when she claimed that the space agency faked its Moon landings. NASA Acting Administrator Sean Duffy took to X to bust her conspiracy theories and said, "Yes, Kim, we’ve been to the Moon before...6 times." Kim had said that the Apollo 11 astronauts never really went to the Moon in 1969.
    • -Times Now