Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 witnessed a fiery clash between Nevin and Anumol during a Ticket to Finale task. Nevin’s aggressive behaviour, including targeting Anumol with soft balls despite multiple warnings, has sparked outrage among viewers. His repeated provocations and threats have led to calls for stricter action against him.
An IED blast on railway tracks in Assam’s Kokrajhar district disrupted train services early Thursday, though no casualties were reported. A former NSLA leader, Epil Murmu, is the prime suspect in the incident, which caused significant damage to the rail line. Authorities have launched an investigation amid fears of sabotage.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju assured Dampa constituency of PM Modi’s special blessings if the BJP candidate wins the upcoming by-election. He promised fulfillment of local development demands, including road improvements and artificial turf, if the BJP MLA is elected. Rijiju emphasized his commitment to the region’s progress and Dampa’s access to central government resources.
BJP chief J.P. Nadda slammed RJD supremo Lalu Prasad, framing the Bihar elections as a choice between development and destruction. He accused the RJD of promoting corruption and ‘jungle raj,’ contrasting it with the NDA’s focus on good governance and welfare schemes. Nadda highlighted NDA’s achievements and criticized the RJD’s promises as unrealistic.
Arctic terns undertake an astonishing 70,000 km migration, relying on ocean ‘refuelling stations’ for sustenance. New research reveals these birds meticulously follow food-rich upwelling zones across the Pacific, a ‘stepping-stone’ strategy timed with seasonal ocean productivity. This incredible journey highlights their dependence on healthy marine ecosystems, making them vital indicators of ocean health.
Assam’s cabinet has approved the tabling of the long-suppressed Tewary Commission report on the 1983 Nellie massacre, where over 2,000 people were killed. Submitted in 1984, the 600-page report remained classified for over four decades.
The All Assam Students’ Union (Aasu) organized ‘Nyay rallies’ across Assam, urging political parties to cease exploiting singer Zubeen Garg’s death for political gain. Aasu leaders called for swift and thorough investigation to ensure exemplary punishment for those responsible, warning against politicizing the artist’s legacy.
Assam’s government has relaxed its two-child norm for tribal groups, tea garden workers, and the Moran and Mottock communities. This policy shift aims to prevent these micro communities from becoming minorities or vanishing within 50 years. The exemption allows members of these four groups to have more than two children without facing restrictions on government…
Odisha Human Rights Commission heard a case concerning alleged inadequate compensation for families relocated from Satkosia Tiger Reserve. Senior forest officials, including the PCCF Wildlife, appeared before the commission. Complainants alleged relocation without proper surveys or gram sabhas. The next hearing is scheduled for October 30.
Prime Minister Modi urged Bihar’s youth to champion the NDA’s vision of stability and development, highlighting infrastructure growth and women’s empowerment. He contrasted the current era with the “jungle raj” of the past, referencing the land-for-jobs scam and vowing to prevent its return. Modi encouraged direct voter engagement to secure a renewed NDA mandate.
