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Kamala Harris' campaign has taken aim at former President Donald Trump, posting a video that appears to show him nodding off during a recent event. The clip, shared on the Harris campaign's X account, features Trump at a business roundtable in Michigan, where he seemingly struggled to keep his eyes open and bobbed his head, prompting Harris’ team to question his stamina for the demands of the presidency, as mentioned in a report by NBC News.

prophecies of legendary mystics Nostradamus and Baba Vanga are making headlines as 2025 approaches, raising concerns about potential chaos and conflict. With predictions suggesting a tumultuous year ahead, both figures offer strikingly similar warnings about the future.

Reliance Infrastructure have approved the company's plan to raise Rs 6,000 crore through preferential issue of shares and qualified institutional placement (QIP) route. Both proposals have received shareholders' approval, with over 98 per cent voting in favour of the resolutions via postal ballot, the company informed in a stock exchange disclosure. Reliance Infrastructure's board, on September 19, had approved a Rs 6,000-crore fundraise plan. Of this, Rs 3,014 crore was to be raised through preferential allotment of shares or convertible warrants, while Rs 3,000 crore will be raised by QIP. In the first phase, Reliance Infrastructure is launching the Rs 3,014 crore preferential placement by issuing 12.56 crore equity shares or convertible warrants at an issue price of Rs 240 per share.

Elon Musk has recently launched a provocative initiative, offering voters the chance to win up to $1 million for signing a petition that supports constitutional rights. As the Tesla CEO intensifies his support for Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, this effort has raised questions among election law experts about its legality. Musk’s super PAC, Elon's America PAC, is promoting this campaign primarily in battleground states, including Pennsylvania, leading to discussions about whether these financial incentives may violate federal election laws.

Salman Khan’s former girlfriend Somy Ali has now come out in his support. For the unversed, the ‘Dabangg’ star has been sent several death threats by gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Ali, who dated Khan in the ‘90s was recently in the news for extending an open invitation to Bishnoi for a virtual chat on Zoom. For the unversed, Khan had sparked the ire of the Bishnoi community for allegedly killing a Blackbuck in 1998. In an interview with India Today, Ali stated that Khan was not aware of the significance of the animal to the community, so there was no need for him to apologise. “Why should he apologise for something he didn't know about? That's like doing something inadvertently, and unintentionally and being forced to apologise for it. It makes no sense. It's not about ego. People say that he (Salman) is very arrogant and he has a reputation. I have nothing to do with him or his family today. I just don't want anyone murdered, in Bollywood or Hollywood. Violence is never the answer."

influential leaders in some segments reflects its risk-aversion approach in the wake of the poor show in general elections in the western state. Sreejaya Chavan, daughter of former CM and Congress turncoat Ashok Chavan who joined the BJP ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, is among the kin of regional satraps picked by the BJP for the November 20 contest. Sreejaya, who holds a law degree, will make her electoral debut from the home turf Bhokar segment, represented by the senior Chavan, in Nanded district. The BJP has renominated Nitesh Rane, son of former Union minister and Konkan strongman Narayan Rane, from the Kankavli seat in Sindhudurg district.

Himanta Biswa Sarma ceremoniously launched Mission Basundhara 3.0 to provide land rights to indigenous people. Under MB 3.0 steps will also be taken to digitize various land related services and publish maps for the benefits of the people of the state as several new rules have been implemented to simplify the process of giving land rights to the people. Sarma also launched the Project Closed User Group (CUG) of ASDMA. CUG is a contiguous special series of mobile numbers, which will be allotted to the officials and staff under the Revenue and Disaster Management Department for facilitating seamless communication and efficient coordination during emergencies. Under project CUG, government officials of the department will be equipped with specially allocated SIM cards for critical communications.

real estate developer Prestige Group is targeting Rs 10,000 crore in annual revenue from the National Capital Region from as early as next financial year as part of its aggressive expansion plans in the region, chairman and managing director Irfan Razack said. The company, which currently generates no revenue from the NCR, is expected to launch a mid-segment project in Ghaziabad, an uber-luxury project along Kasturba Gandhi Marg in Lutyens’ Delhi and has an under-construction hotel and office project at Aerocity near the capital’s airport. “I believe that the NCR market, if we approach it correctly, and with the type of projects we have along with properly growing the pipeline, has the potential to generate Rs 10,000 crore in sales annually,” Razack told ET.

Peacock series Hysteria, featuring Julie Bowen, Anna Camp, and Bruce Campbell, has captivated viewers with its unique blend of horror and thriller elements. Set during the 1980s' Satanic Panic, the show follows high school students and their families as they become entangled in mysterious and sinister events. The story centers around the disappearance of local high school quarterback Ryan Hudson, which sends the town into a frenzy, suspecting a dark ritual behind the tragedy. As the season unfolds, a series of supernatural occurrences and desperate cover-ups create a tense atmosphere. Fans are now eagerly awaiting news about Hysteria Season 2, as the show's creators hint at further developments.

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CRPF school in Prashant Vihar, Rohini, shocked local residents and led to widespread concerns over security. The explosion damaged the school wall, shattered the windows of nearby cars, and destroyed shop hoardings in the vicinity. Fortunately, no one was injured. The Delhi Police, along with multiple investigative agencies, immediately launched a probe into the incident. A case under the Explosives Act has been registered, and forensic teams, including sniffer dogs, have been deployed at the blast site to search for clues. According to initial reports, a crude bomb may have been used, but forensic experts are still examining the scene. Delhi Police have confirmed that no definitive cause has been determined, and the investigation remains ongoing. Police are also scanning CCTV footage in the area to identify any suspects.

Donald Trump, who still refuses to accept that he lost the 2020 election to Democrat Joe Biden, says he wants a presidential victory Nov. 5 to be so overwhelming that the results are «too big to rig.» «We want a landslide,» he recently told supporters in Georgia. «We can't let anything happen.» No matter the margins, Republicans and Democrats are preparing for a potentially lengthy battle over the results once they come in. Dozens of lawsuits that could set the stage for challenges after the votes are counted are already playing out in courts across the country. Most have been filed by Republicans and their allies. Many of the cases involve challenges to mail-in balloting, ballots from overseas voters and claims of voting by people who are not U.S citizens.

entrepreneur unwittingly became the poster boy for toxic work culture when he openly boasted about how he sacrificed sleep and tranquility to be a top-percentile earner. Taking to X, Kushal Arora, a 23-year-old entrepreneur, claimed that his long work hours, lack of sleep, and missed social gatherings were the sacrifices he made to achieve his goals. According to him, these efforts led to financial success, and he now earns an impressive $500,000 (approximately Rs 4 crore) annually. However, Arora's post on X (formerly Twitter) was met with backlash, as many users criticized his approach to success. Instead of receiving the admiration he may have anticipated, social media users accused him of putting undue pressure on younger generations. The post also sparked a broader discussion about the importance of sleep, maintaining work-life balance, and the possible negative impacts of prioritizing career achievements over personal well-being. In his post, shared on October 16, Arora wrote: «I am 23 years old, earning over $500,000 annually. While others my age were partying and relaxing, I was spending sleepless nights working, skipping social events, facing failures and rejection, and sacrificing work-life balance. But that was my choice. Are you building your dream life?»

Omar Abdullah for attempting to politicise and create controversy over restoring statehood to the region. Speaking to ANI, Chugh said «Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah have committed to restore statehood and he will fulfill his promise but the Jammu Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah has been doing politics continuously and has been creating unnecessary controversy.» On October 19, the Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet passed a resolution urging the Union Government to restore statehood of the Union Territory.

technological advancements, geopolitical conflicts, legal challenges, economic fluctuations, emerging business models, natural disasters, social & cultural shifts and demographics changes are forcing businesses to rethink their risk mitigation and business continuity strategies, according to the Horizon Watch Emerging Risk Report. The report, jointly produced by TATA AIG General Insurance and Dun & Bradstreet India, is based on a survey of 300 business leaders across 25 sectors. It reveals that 83% of businesses cite technological advancements as the top driver of new risks, with growing concerns around data privacy, security vulnerabilities, and regulatory compliance. About 69% of businesses identify legal challenges as significant contributors to emerging risks. As regulatory landscapes become increasingly complex, companies are more apprehensive about the potential impact of legal disputes on their operations and long-term strategies, according to the report.

J P Nadda on Sunday said he would not allow any dilution in the standards of teaching and faculty at the new AIIMS and would protect the brand. Addressing the BJMFCON 2024, a forum of doctors from Bihar and Jharkhand practising in Delhi and NCR, Nadda said that AIIMS-Delhi was set up in the 60s and it was only in the 80s that it became a brand name. «It takes 10 to 20 years for any institution to grow and function in full swing. I will not allow the dilution of the standards of AIIMS and will protect the brand name,» he said. No compromise will be made in the faculty recruitment, he added. Nadda said that the groundbreaking ceremony for AIIMS-Darbhanga will soon be held, and the commissioning of AIIMS-Deoghar has been done with the recruitment of staff underway.

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) released footage showing former Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and his family escaping into a tunnel beneath their home in Khan Younis, hours before Hamas launched its deadly attack on Israel on October 7. The footage, published on Saturday, highlighted Sinwar's preparation for his survival and that of his family while planning the assault. Rear admiral Daniel Hagari, an IDF spokesperson, explained the significance of the video. «Even on the eve of the brutal massacre, Sinwar was busy with his survival and the survival of his family,» Hagari stated, emphasizing Sinwar’s priorities. «Hours before the massacre, Sinwar only cared about himself and his family while he sent terrorists for the murderous attack on Israeli children, women, and men,» he added.

New Zealand and South Africa in the Women's T20 World Cup in Dubai on Sunday. No South African or New Zealand — be it men or women — team has ever won a world cup. In the women's tournament, Australia have won six of the eight editions and South Africa beating them in the semi-final was historic in many ways. England in 2009 and the West Indies in 2016 are the only teams that have managed to win the tournament. The final is expected to be a fitting conclusion to a tournament that has showcased a mix of excellent and average cricket, following its relocation to the United Arab Emirates due to political issues in Bangladesh.

CRPF) school in Rohini, Delhi, resembles a crude bomb and there is a foul smell to it, told sources at the Forensic Science Laboratory to ANI. However, a clarity will be received once a proper forensic study is done. Additionally, a team of National Investigation Agency (NIA), as well as personnel from the National Disaster Relief Force arrived at the site of explosion. National Security Guard (NSG) commandoes were also present at the site to assist in a probe by Delhi Police. A forensic team has examined the site and collected samples.

Speaking about training exposure abroad for Indian athletes, he said: «In North India, it gets quite cold, so I used to go to the South. I went to Bhubaneswar. But now, I train in South Africa. The weather is quite good and facilities for javelin are excellent. Earlier, in India, there was so much travel that it was hard to maintain a proper balance between training and competitions. So, I stay abroad, and the weather and diet remain consistent, which benefits my training. I can focus more when I'm abroad. In India, there are always household chores or places to go, which can be distracting.» «I believe Indian athletes are performing well and winning medals, and they came very close in the Olympics too. In the Olympics, we saw several fourth positions. I think the mindset of our athletes is changing, and now when they go to compete, they have better focus,» he added.

Artificial Intelligence as key to competitive advantage and said they have experienced a notable boost in productivity through AI integration, according to a new report. According to the «Industry 5.0 and AI report», compiled by BML Munjal University, 44 pc of organisations have experienced a significant boost in productivity through AI integration. Additionally, 21 pc reported that AI can play a pivotal role in driving innovation, enabling the development of new products, services and business models, particularly in sectors like finance, healthcare, manufacturing and marketing. «Approximately 33 pc of organizations focus on product development, while 29 pc leverage AI for customer service through chatbots and robotic process automation (RPA). Marketing teams, representing 19 pc of businesses, utilize AI for trend analysis, while 13 pc apply AI to improve supply chain management. Financial planning, though less prominent (6 pc), benefits from AI's efficiency-boosting capabilities,» the report added.