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‘Shivaji Park, Shivaji Park’: Abhijeet Dipke takes auto-driver disguise to drum up CJP protest

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke took an unusual route to rally support for Friday’s Mumbai protest, posing as an autorickshaw driver at Bandra station and calling out “Shivaji Park, Shivaji Park” to commuters. The outfit’s ‘Jail Bharo Andolan’ sought Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation amid the SIR controversy.

Trump’s $500 Obamacare refund checks are going out: Who qualifies, which 30 states are included and how the payments work

Eligible individuals who bought 2026 coverage via HealthCare.gov but did not receive premium tax credits may get a $500 payment. More than 950,000 people are included in this program across 30 states, but criteria vary based on income levels. Payments are automatically sent, either by check or direct deposit, without requiring application.

San Andreas and San Jacinto faults reach extreme stress as California’s ‘earthquake gate’ hits a 1,000-year high point

Recent research indicates elevated stress levels at Cajon Pass, affecting interactions between the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults. The stress is reportedly at its highest point in the last 1,000 years of observations. While this research does not predict a specific earthquake, it sheds light on how future ruptures may behave. Understanding the relationship between the fault segments could be vital for seismic hazard assessments.

'COVID vaccine has worst side effects ever': Dr Rogers' explosive claim rocks fiery Senate hearing

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Pakistan violence-linked fatalities surge 83 per cent in Q3 2026: Report

A report from the Centre for Research and Security Studies reveals a dramatic surge in violence-related deaths in Pakistan. Compared to previous quarters, fatalities soared by 83 percent in the third quarter of 2026, primarily affecting Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The bulk of these deaths were attributed to criminal elements, underlining a deepening crisis in internal security across the nation.

China widens military footprint with Laos air base

China recently opened its first overseas air force base in Laos to enhance military training and influence. The base will train Laotian air force pilots and potentially house Chinese military assets. This move reflects China's ambition to expand its military presence beyond its borders. The facility could serve as a training ground for Chinese personnel and equipment. Regional partners, especially the US, are monitoring the developments closely for potential implications.

Pargat Singh takes over as Punjab Congress chief, replacing Raja Warring

Pargat Singh has been appointed as the new president of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee. He replaces Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, who resigned earlier that day. Warring acknowledged his tenure and shared his views with Rahul Gandhi regarding the state organisation. The leadership change comes as Congress prepares for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. Working presidents and committee chairpersons in Punjab will maintain their roles during this transition.

Nikhil Kamath has a '100' funding message for startups: Zerodha co-founder backs post urging startups to raise enough money to stay comfortable for “a year or two” as “next year could be bad”

Nikhil Kamath advice for startups: The Zerodha co-founder expressed agreement with a warning that startups should raise capital soon due to uncertain conditions. A social media post highlighted the importance of securing enough money for the next one or two years. India’s funding environment is experiencing a decline in deal volume but an increase in total funding amounts. The focus is shifting towards larger funding rounds amidst challenging market conditions.