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BJP president Nitin Nabin extended his warm congratulations to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh volunteers on their foundation day, commending their unwavering commitment to service. He highlighted their vital role in fostering societal organization and promoting the motto 'Nation First'. Nabin expressed hope that the values of service and cooperation instilled by the swayamsevaks will inspire future generations to contribute to nation-building.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday said he would explain to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 21 his concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, delimitation and women's reservation.

Anita Kanwal, the esteemed veteran actress, opens up about her financial hardships and the struggle to secure new acting opportunities. With her savings now low, she feels the pressure to find work, despite her children's willingness to assist her financially. Determined to maintain her independence, she worries about escalating living costs and strives to support those in need, all while still facing offers for roles aimed at much younger actors.

Kolkata Police are currently searching for an individual responsible for misleading attendees during the Durga Puja event. An announcement of a collapsing pandal is believed to have incited panic among the crowd. This resulted in a stampede that caused 19 fatalities and left 25 people injured. Investigators are analyzing CCTV footage to reconstruct the sequence of events leading to the incident.

Kolkata Police are currently searching for an individual responsible for misleading attendees during the Durga Puja event. An announcement of a collapsing pandal is believed to have incited panic among the crowd. This resulted in a stampede that caused 19 fatalities and left 25 people injured. Investigators are analyzing CCTV footage to reconstruct the sequence of events leading to the incident.

Conducted in the arid expanses of New Mexico's Chihuahuan Desert, a pivotal study investigated the impact of rabbit exclusion on local vegetation, primarily focusing on spike dropseed grass. Over the years, researchers documented significant variations in grass growth in relation to animal presence, revealing the challenges of restoring dryland ecosystems.

Varanasi is preparing to host the Air Force Day Aerial Display-2026 at Namo Ghat on October 25. The event will feature various aircraft, including frontline fighters like SU-30MKI and Rafale, showcasing aerial prowess. It aims to inspire youth by introducing them to aviation and career opportunities in the Indian Air Force. Organisers emphasise the importance of training, technology, and operational preparedness behind the aerial performances.

Research on a ranch in Colorado highlighted the effectiveness of a unique fence in fostering the growth of young aspens. It successfully kept elk at bay for four years while still allowing smaller creatures like deer and bears access. This resulted in a notable increase in the height of protected aspens, indicating that successful ecosystem preservation can be achieved without entirely excluding larger wildlife, ensuring that biodiversity thrives.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in India to enhance cooperation in energy, trade, and defense matters. His visit focuses on advancing the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and includes discussions on economic engagement. Rubio's earlier trip in May involved meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The anticipated bilateral trade deal aims to address tariff issues and boost market access.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in India to enhance cooperation in energy, trade, and defense matters. His visit focuses on advancing the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and includes discussions on economic engagement. Rubio's earlier trip in May involved meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The anticipated bilateral trade deal aims to address tariff issues and boost market access.

Jobandeep Singh left his engineering job after four months and returned to his village in Punjab to pursue agriculture as a business. He now grows organic crops across four acres, maintains livestock and sells directly to around 50 regular customers. His experience highlights how crop diversification, natural farming methods and direct marketing can offer an alternative approach to small-scale agriculture.

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