Fatty liver disease: THIS common leg symptom is an early warning, a top gastroenterologist reveals

Fatty liver disease, particularly NAFLD, is a growing global concern largely driven by lifestyle factors. Gastroenterologist Dr. Pradip Vekariya highlights pedal edema, or swollen feet, as a crucial yet often-ignored early warning sign of liver damage. He stresses the importance of early detection through a simple pitting test to prevent the disease’s progression and save…

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‘Emergency situation’: Russian strike causes hours-long blackout at Chornobyl nuclear plant; Zelenskyy warns of ‘global threat’

A Russian strike on Slavutych caused a several-hour blackout at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant on Oct 1, affecting the New Safe Confinement. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accused Russia of deliberately endangering global security. Power was restored, with radiation levels normal, but this followed a critical, record-long outage at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant.

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‘Deeply ironic’: India slams Pakistan at UN; calls out persecution of minorities on its soil

India sharply criticised Pakistan at the United Nations, accusing Islamabad of hypocrisy on human rights and long-standing support for terrorism. Indian diplomats highlighted Pakistan’s persecution of minorities, enforced disappearances, and military operations, while also rebutting its Prime Minister for glorifying terrorism and sheltering figures like Osama bin Laden.

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Oman bans Iranian ‘Uranus Star’ bottled water after contamination kills two in Suwaiq

Two people—a local man and an expatriate woman—died in Suwaiq after consuming contaminated bottled water from the Iranian brand ‘Uranus Star.’ Authorities confirmed the water was poisoned, leading to a market recall and a ban on all bottled water imports from Iran. Officials urge residents to avoid this brand and report any suspicious water products…

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Did You Know Vijay Varma has put on 8 kilos for his role in ‘Matka King’?

Actor Vijay Varma reportedly gained 8 kilos for his upcoming series ‘Matka King’ to authentically portray his character with a slight potbelly. Directed by Nagraj Manjule, this 1960s Mumbai-set drama explores the underground betting world, featuring Varma, Kritika Kamra, and others. Varma calls it a “larger-than-life epic story,” showcasing his commitment to diverse roles.

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