US President Donald Trump reportedly told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to “stop being so f***ing negative” during a heated phone call about the Gaza peace deal. Trump called Netanyahu after Hamas responded to his proposal, saying it was a “win.” But Netanyahu dismissed it, calling it meaningless. Trump then snapped, “This is your victory, take it.” Hours later, Trump urged Israel to stop airstrikes in Gaza, and Netanyahu followed. Delegates from the US, Israel, and Hamas are now meeting in Egypt to finalize a truce and arrange the release of 47 hostages from Gaza. (PC: NDTV)

Severe floods in North Bengal have killed at least 24 people and many wild animals, experts said. A rhinoceros was found dead in the Jaldhaka river inside Gorumara National Park, while a baby elephant drowned in Naxalbari. Videos showed another rhino fighting the strong Torsa river current. Forest officials said elephants, leopards, and other animals were stranded or injured. Conservationists warned that young animals separated from herds may be rejected later. Wildlife groups said it is not possible to rescue every animal. Experts urged better planning and safe routes to protect wildlife during floods. (PC: The Telegraph)

Mary E. Brunkow and Fred Ramsdell from the United States, and Shimon Sakaguchi from Japan, have won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine. They were honored for discovering how the body prevents the immune system from attacking itself, a process called peripheral immune tolerance. Their research explained how regulatory T cells and the Foxp3 gene control immune balance, helping prevent autoimmune diseases. The Nobel Committee said their work led to new treatments for cancer and autoimmune disorders. The winners will share the $1.2 million prize. The award ceremony will take place on December 10 in Stockholm, Sweden. (PC: NBC News)

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 has stormed past ₹325 crore worldwide in just 4 days. The Kannada film earned ₹61 crore on Sunday, taking its domestic total to ₹223.25 crore net. It is now the first Kannada movie of 2025 to cross ₹300 crore globally. The film has beaten KGF Chapter 1 and HanuMan in total earnings, becoming the third-highest-grossing Kannada film ever, behind KGF Chapter 2 and the first Kantara. Starring Rishab Shetty and Rukmini Vasanth, this prequel has received strong audience reviews and could cross ₹400 crore by the end of its first week. (PC: HT)

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg has been deported from Israel after being detained on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. Israel said 171 activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla were deported to Greece and Slovakia. The flotilla, carrying over 450 activists, was intercepted by the Israeli military last week. The activists aimed to deliver aid to Gaza. Thunberg was flown to Greece after being held in Israel. Meanwhile, delegations from Hamas and Israel are traveling to Egypt for indirect talks to finalize a Gaza peace deal. Former US President Donald Trump urged both sides to “move fast” toward an agreement. (PC: Sky News)

The Election Commission of India has announced that the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 will be held in two phases. The first phase will take place on November 6 for 121 seats, and the second phase on November 11 for 122 seats. The counting of votes will be held on November 14. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said nearly 7.4 crore voters will cast their votes across 90,712 polling stations. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced that it will contest all 243 seats. The Election Commission also confirmed that bye-elections will be held in seven other states.  (PC: X)

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned India of “severe consequences,” saying India would be “buried under the debris of its own warplanes.” His comments came after Indian Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi said Pakistan could be erased from the world map if it continued supporting terrorism. Asif accused Indian leaders of issuing “provocative statements” to restore credibility after Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror bases in Pakistan. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Air Chief Marshal AP Singh had earlier warned Islamabad against any misadventure, saying India would respond strongly to protect its unity and integrity. (PC: India Today)

Rohit Sharma has accepted the BCCI’s decision to remove him as India’s ODI captain, with Shubman Gill appointed in his place. Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said the move was necessary to prepare younger players and warned of more changes ahead. Gavaskar noted that Rohit and Virat Kohli face challenges due to limited ODI matches, which could affect their readiness for the 2027 World Cup. India will play fewer ODIs in the next two years, making match practice a concern. Rohit and Kohli are expected to return in the Australia series starting October 19, but the end of their ODI careers may be approaching. (PC: BCCI)

France’s Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned on Monday, just 26 days after taking office. He met President Emmanuel Macron for an hour before stepping down. Lecornu’s cabinet faced heavy criticism in parliament, with many parties threatening to vote it down. His resignation comes after the collapse of François Bayrou’s government last month. Lecornu was France’s fifth prime minister in under two years amid political instability following a hung parliament in 2024. Parties are now calling for early elections, while Macron has said he will serve until 2027. Paris stocks fell after the news. (PC: India Today)

World No.2 Hikaru Nakamura created controversy after defeating Indian world champion D Gukesh in the Checkmate tournament on Saturday. After his win, Nakamura threw Gukesh’s king piece into the crowd, drawing criticism from fans who called it disrespectful. The USA beat India 5-0 in the opening leg held in Arlington. Nakamura later said he planned the act to entertain fans during the dramatic match. Commentator Levy Rozman clarified that both teams were told theatrics were allowed to engage the audience. Gukesh remained calm and did not react. The return leg will take place in India soon. (PC: India Today)