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Indian Pilot Injured Thwarting Mid-Air Attack on Flydubai Flight

Captain Smit Machchhar was injured while thwarting a mid-air attack on a flydubai flight from Dubai to Israel on Wednesday. Passengers helped subdue the attacker, but another pilot stabbed him, causing the plane to plummet. The pilot was stabilised during an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia and is recovering well with medical support.

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Free Press JournalCentre Shah Rukh Khan Hails Pilot's Courage During Flydubai Cockpit Attack Hindustan TimesCentre Captain stabbed mid-flight opens cockpit door to save passengers

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Channel News Asia Event Breakdown

Two Iranians appear in UK court over alleged plot to target Jews

Two individuals from Iran are in UK court facing alleged charges of planning a homemade explosive attack on Jewish targets in Manchester, including the Jewish Museum and Heaton Park synagogue. They did not plead and are remanded until October 23. Iran denies involvement, while Britain sees rising antisemitism since the Hamas attacks.

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The Straits TimesCentre Two Iranians appear in UK court over alleged plot to target Jews CBS NewsCentre U.K. police accuse 2 Iranian men of planning terror attack on Jewish community

Times of India Event Breakdown

Indian pilot saves 174 lives after being stabbed by co-pilot mid-flight

On September 30, Captain Smit Machchhar was stabbed by his co-pilot mid-flight over Saudi Arabia while piloting Flydubai flight FZ1073. Despite injuries, he opened the cockpit door, allowing others to stop the attacker. The plane landed safely in Tabuk, and he later spoke to PM Modi from hospital. Bollywood stars praised his bravery.

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Indian ExpressCentre Flydubai pilot opens cockpit door amid suspected terrorist attack Mint / LiveMintCentre Indian pilot survives cockpit attack, saves 174 passengers on flydubai flight

NDTV News Event Breakdown

Pranavi Urs' Historic Gold Caps Memorable Golf Campaign For India

India secured silver in both team events at the Asian Games 2026, finishing second in the women's team and sixth in the men's team. Pranavi Urs led India's women to silver, while the men's team totaled 18-under 542. China won gold in both events, with South Korea and Japan taking silver and bronze respectively.

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Times of IndiaCentre Pranavi Urs wins gold, becomes first Indian woman golfer to claim Asian Games title NDTV NewsCentre Pranavi Urs Wins Asian Games 2026 Gold After Overcoming Triple Bogey

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The Hindu Event Breakdown

India adapts to rain, beats Pakistan in Asian Games

India's rain-affected preparations in Japan began only ahead of their semifinal against Sri Lanka on October 1, but the team adapted well, scoring 211 for six and restricting Pakistan to 192 for six. Shreyas Iyer praised their collective effort, calling it a sign of a champion team despite the challenges.

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India TodayCentre India wins Asian Games cricket final but rejects trophy from Mohsin Naqvi News18Centre India and Pakistan Avoid Handshakes at 2026 Asian Games Final

Hindustan Times Event Breakdown

Drishyam 3 mints ₹95 crore on day 1, beats pan-India films

Drishyam 3 opened on October 2 with a global box office collection of ₹95 crore, nearly reaching ₹100 crore. It outperformed pan-India films, earning ₹66.75 crore net in India and over $1.5 million overseas. The film, written and directed by Abhishek Pathak, features Ajay Devgn, Tabu, and others.

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PinkvillaCentre Drishyam: The Conclusion earns USD 2 million overseas on first day Times of IndiaCentre Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3' fee hits Rs 18-22 crore

Times of India Event Breakdown

Hanuman Ansh nets Rs 2.35cr on day 57

Hanuman Ansh, a Hindi devotional drama released on August 7, 2026, started with a modest Rs 10 lakh opening and climbed to Rs 10.40 crore in Week 3. By day 57, it netted Rs 2.35 crore, with total India net collection reaching Rs 319.73 crore. A Telugu-dubbed version is also being released.

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