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Indian Captain Survives Cockpit Axe Attack, Honored by Netanyahu
Captain Smit Machchhar was attacked by a co-pilot with an axe while praying in the cockpit, as UAE investigators confirmed the co-pilot planned the 'terrorist act'. Machchhar managed to escape after sustaining multiple blows to the back of his head. Prime Minister Netanyahu hailed him as a 'true hero' and invited him to Israel as a guest of honour.
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US escalates military buildup in Middle East amid Iran's Hormuz blockade efforts
The US has escalated military presence in the region without striking Iran since Sept 1, while Iran seeks to control the Strait of Hormuz by attacking vessels. Both sides remain locked in a stalemate, with Iran rejecting military solutions and the US deploying additional forces.
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Indian Navy Sailor Arrested for Leaking Defence Data to Pakistani Operative
A 31-year-old Indian Navy sailor, Pradeep Mukherjee, was arrested on October 3 at INS Agrani in Coimbatore for leaking key defence data to a Pakistani operative after being honey-trapped on social media. Investigators suspect he shared details about strategic naval assets and fleet movements.
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Pakistan cricketer follows mother's footsteps, retires to become match referee
Kainat Imtiaz, a former Pakistan fast bowler, retired from international cricket after a 13-year career, ending with 10 wickets in ODIs and eight in T20Is. She is now transitioning to match refereeing, following her mother Saleema Imtiaz’s footsteps, who became Pakistan’s first female ICC umpire in 2024 and officiated the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2026.
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Vijay Rides Bullock Cart, Attacks DMK Over Remarks on Women in Bypoll Campaign
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay rode a bullock cart during his Dharapuram roadshow, criticizing the DMK for remarks he said targeted women and warning against such comments. The Dharapuram and Madurantakam bypolls are on October 6, with vote counting on October 9, 2026. He also invoked MGR's legacy, signaling a return to his era.
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Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia escalates attacks on Ukrainian cities
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv as Russia intensified attacks, including a drone strike on Kyiv's Northern Bridge and an aerial bomb attack wounding seven in Sumy. Germany, Ukraine's largest donor, blamed Russia for the incident and closed its consulate in St. Petersburg. The war, now in its fifth year, shows no sign of peace.
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Drishyam 3 crosses Rs 200 crore, challenges Drishyam 2's lifetime numbers
Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' crossed Rs. 200 crore at the box office, setting the stage to challenge its predecessor's lifetime numbers. The film continues the story of Vijay Salgaonkar and his family, with a U/A 16+ certificate and approximate figures from diverse sources.
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