Controversial influencer Andrew Tate has sparked outrage for a racist comment made regarding Punjabi rockstar Diljit Dosanjh, who was seen gifting his jacket to a fan during his Delhi concert as part of his 2024 India Tour. In a video shared on social media, Dosanjh's heartfelt gesture was overshadowed by Tate's derogatory remark on X, where he stated, "Bet it stinks of curry," referring to the jacket. This comment has drawn widespread criticism, adding to Tate's controversial reputation, which has been marred by previous misogynistic and offensive statements. Social media users have condemned his remarks as disrespectful and racist.

  Seven elephants were found dead in Madhya Pradesh's Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, officials confirmed. Three others are undergoing treatment. A post-mortem examination is being conducted at Jabalpur's School of Wildlife Forensics and Health to determine the cause of death. Veterinarians from Pench and Kanha tiger reserves are assisting in the investigation. The reserve's authorities are working to establish the circumstances surrounding the elephants' deaths. The incident has sparked concerns about the reserve's ecosystem and wildlife health.

Actor Darshan has been granted interim bail for six weeks by the Karnataka High Court following his arrest for the alleged torture and murder of a fan who reportedly sent obscene messages to actress Pavithra Gowda. The 47-year-old actor sought bail on medical grounds, citing numbness in both feet that necessitates surgery. As part of the bail conditions, Darshan must surrender his passport and submit details of his medical treatment at a hospital of his choice within seven days.

Elcid Investments Ltd has surged to become India's most expensive stock, with a staggering 7,00,000% return in a day. Its share price skyrocketed from ₹3.21 to ₹2,36,250, surpassing MRF Ltd's ₹1,22,576.50. Elcid's relisting on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on October 29, 2024, followed a failed voluntary delisting attempt. The company's 2.95% stake in Asian Paints Ltd, valued at ₹8,500 crore, drives its high valuation. Despite trading at a 45% discount to its intrinsic value (₹4.25 lakh), Elcid's market capitalization now stands at ₹4,725 crore.

Hezbollah has appointed Naim Qassem as its new leader following Hassan Nasrallah's death in an Israeli airstrike on September 27. Qassem, 71, has been a prominent figure in Hezbollah since its founding in 1982 and served as deputy secretary general under Nasrallah. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant responded to the appointment, saying Qassem's tenure may be the shortest in Hezbollah's history "if he follows in the footsteps of his predecessors". Gallant posted on X, "Temporary appointment. Not for long," alongside a photo of Qassem. Qassem's appointment comes amid escalating tensions between Hezbollah and Israel.

Mount Fuji, Japan's iconic landmark, has broken a 130-year record by remaining snow-free as of October 29, 2024, marking the latest date for the absence of snowfall on its summit. This year’s lack of snow surpasses the previous record of October 26, set in 1955 and 2016, raising concerns among climate scientists about the impacts of global warming. Typically, the first snowfall occurs by early October, signaling the arrival of winter after the summer climbing season, which ended on September 10. Unseasonably high temperatures and rainfall have contributed to the delayed snowcap, according to meteorological officials.

A laborer in Assam’s Dhemaji district allegedly sold his 25-day-old daughter for ₹30,000, leading the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) to intervene. Officials reported that the baby was rescued from a doctor’s home after the CWC filed a complaint against the parents, buyer, and intermediaries involved in the sale. The infant, born on October 4 at Assam Medical College, was reportedly abandoned by her parents, Budhiman and Sabita Borah, who cited financial struggles. The CWC’s Child Helpline team traced the parents, but they failed to comply with orders to appear before the committee for further investigation.

Three people, including the Veerarkavu Temple Committee President, were arrested in connection with a fireworks accident that injured 154 people during the Theyyam festival at Kerala's Anjootambalam Veerarkavu Temple, Nileshwaram police reported. The accident occurred during early celebrations of the Kaliyattam festival, marking the beginning of this year’s Theyyam festivities, a traditional ritual of North Malabar. Kasargod MP Rajmohan Unnithan confirmed the injured were taken to multiple hospitals following the incident. Authorities are investigating the cause of the mishap amid heightened safety concerns surrounding the festival.

Archaeologists have unearthed a massive ancient Maya city, Valeriana, hidden beneath Mexico's Campeche jungle canopy. Using Lidar technology, researchers discovered pyramids, sports fields, causeways, and amphitheaters spanning an area comparable to Edinburgh. Valeriana is deemed the second-densest Maya site after Calakmul, Latin America's largest. The finding was accidental, stemming from online data browsing. Three sites were identified in the survey area. The discovery sheds new light on Maya civilization's urban planning and architecture. Experts hail it as a significant breakthrough in understanding ancient Mesoamerican cultures.

  Flash floods in eastern and southern Spain have claimed multiple lives, with several bodies found in the Valencia region. Torrential rains caused widespread destruction, sweeping cars through streets, derailing a train, and damaging homes. Six people remain missing in Castilla La Mancha, according to regional authorities. In Letur, 30 people were trapped after the river burst its banks. Emergency services are scrambling to rescue those affected. The severe weather has disrupted daily life, with roads and public transportation impacted. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue efforts continue.