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• TJS George dies at 97

  2025-10-04 13:05:25

  Last rites of doyen journalist-author in Bengaluru tomorrow with State Honours Bengaluru: Legendary journalist and author, Thayil Jacob Sunny George, popularly known as TJS George, passed away at a private hospital in Bengaluru yesterday. He was 97. The mortal remains of George has been kept at his Vasanthnagar Apartment for the family members, relatives and...The post TJS George dies at 97 appeared first on Star of Mysore.

  Source: Starofmysore

• Data show Punjab farm fires fell by 70% in 2024, yet the more accurate measure of total ‘burnt area’ rose

  2025-10-04 12:58:42

  Avoidance of satellites as they pass; and technical issues in counting fires could result in under-reporting and little change on the ground, despite claims of success by the Central and State governments; reliable data and solutions that work for farmers are still needed, say experts

  Source: Thehindu

• 'What The..Who does that?': Viral Video Shows Air India Plane Crash-Themed Pandal, Internet Furious

  2025-10-04 12:57:51

  A Durga Puja pandal in West Bengal went viral for recreating the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad, sparking outrage online. Netizens called it shocking and insensitive, reigniting debates on festival creativity versus respect for tragedies.

  Source: Newsx

• Tata Motors Demerger Tax Break Ahead of TATA Capital IPO On Oct 6: But Selling Shares Later Could Sting?

  2025-10-04 12:51:38

  Tata Motors’ much awaited demerger, effective October 1, 2025, is set to detached its commercial vehicle (CV) and passenger vehicle (PV) businesses into two separate publicly listed companies. Speculation about the Tata Capital IPO set for October 6 before Diwali festival is generating buzz. Investors are excited about this Rs.15,511 crore public offering and are seeing it as...

  Source: Newsx

• BRIEF-Kroger Recalls Two Varieties of Deli Pasta Salads Over Possible Health Risk

  2025-10-04 12:40:02

  Oct 4 (Reuters) – Kroger Co: * KROGER VOLUNTARILY RECALLS TWO VARIETIES OF DELI PASTA SALADS BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK Source text: Further company coverage:(The article has...

  Source: Newsx

• Sean “Diddy” Combs Sentenced to 50 Months in Prison on Prostitution Charges, Abuse Highlighted in Court

  2025-10-04 12:36:51

  Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs was sentenced to 50 months in prison over prostitution-related charges. While acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering, the judge condemned Combs for years of abuse toward two ex-girlfriends. Prosecutors sought harsher sentencing, while his children pleaded for leniency. Combs apologized in court and plans to appeal the conviction.

  Source: Newsx

• Exclusive discounts on newly launched 2025 tablets with up to 53% off from Apple, Samsung, Lenovo, Xiaomi and OnePlus

  2025-10-04 12:30:14

  Exclusive discounts on 2025 tablets are going on now. The Amazon Great Indian Festival offers up to 53% off Apple, Samsung, Lenovo, Xiaomi and OnePlus, plus extra savings with bank offers and coupons. Limited time; check specs and buy today.

  Source: Livemint

• Is BJP Rolling Out Red Carpet For TVK’s Vijay After The Karur Stampede?

  2025-10-04 12:18:21

  After the Karur stampede claimed 41 lives, BJP appears to be taking a soft approach toward TVK’s Vijay, focusing criticism on DMK’s mismanagement, sparking speculation that the saffron party may leverage Vijay’s popularity ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu polls.

  Source: Newsx

• OpenAI's Altman seeks funds for infrastructure expansion on Asia, Middle East tour, WSJ reports

  2025-10-04 12:16:02

  (Reuters) -OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has embarked on a global fundraising initiative spanning East Asia and the Middle East, seeking financing and manufacturing partners to meet the company's...

  Source: Newsx

• Calicut University Retains Vedan, Gowry Lekshmi Songs In Malayalam Syllabus Despite Review Recommending Removal

  2025-10-04 12:15:11

  The Malayalam Board of Studies, headed by Dr M S Ajith, recently submitted a report to the University Registrar stating that the songs “should not be omitted” and must continue to be taught.

  Source: Freepressjournal