'Egregious failure': Why a migrant sex offender facing deportation was released from an English prison
A migrant sex offender, Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu, convicted of sexual offences against a minor and a woman, was mistakenly released from HMP Chelmsford. He was apprehended in London’s Finsbury Park after a two-day manhunt, following his arrival in the UK via a small boat. An investigation has been launched into the “egregious failure” of his […]
'Fantastic effort' – Rohit lauds young India pacer despite ODI series defeat
Rohit Sharma’s unbeaten 121 powered India to a nine-wicket win against Australia in the third ODI, though the series was lost 1-2. Sharma lauded young Harshit Rana’s performance and reflected on the tough Australian opposition. He detailed his strategic approach to the innings and praised his partnership with Virat Kohli, highlighting their mutual understanding and […]
Reform MP's comments about adverts 'racist', says Streeting
Sarah Pochin apologises for saying “it drives me mad when I see adverts full of black people, full of Asian people”. Source link
Mayor in northern Ontario says bank putting shareholders ahead of consumers as town’s last branch set to close
Banks are closing branches in smaller communities across northwestern Ontario, leaving residents concerned about a lack of options to get cash or change. Source link
Study links bright light at night with 56 % higher risk of heart failure
Exposure to light at night was also linked with a 47 % higher risk of a heart attack, 32 % of coronary artery disease and 28 % of stroke Source link
Unexplained kidney disease emerging as major health concern in Telangana, study finds
Conducted between March 2021 and November 2022 at Osmania General Hospital, it was a single-centre, prospective observational study designed to document the clinical and epidemiological risk profile of CKDu patients in Telangana and to assess their kidney histology Source link
Rahane sends strong message with big hundred as Mumbai dominate rain-hit clash
Ajinkya Rahane’s brilliant 159 anchored Mumbai’s first innings to 406 for eight against Chhattisgarh in a rain-hit Ranji Trophy match. Despite interruptions, Mumbai built a strong total, showcasing Rahane’s class and resilience. Other matches saw Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, and Hyderabad dominate their respective opponents. Source link
Pan-India SIR: EC to hold presser on Monday evening; may appoint volunteers for Bengal
The Election Commission of India will announce a pan-India Special Intensive Revision of voters’ lists on October 27. This exercise, expected to cover 10-15 states including those with 2026 Assembly elections, may involve volunteers assisting Booth Level Officers in West Bengal. The revision could lead to an increase of approximately 14,000 polling booths in the […]
Russia says it has tested nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile
The experimental weapon is hailed as having a potentially unlimited range – though Western experts have questioned its value. Source link