Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm, bringing widespread destruction and flooding across four states. At least 40 people have died, with millions left without power. Emergency responders are conducting search and rescue operations, including a daring rooftop rescue of patients and staff from a flooded Tennessee hospital. The storm's massive surge and heavy rainfall caused extensive damage, with affected areas stretching hundreds of miles north. Officials continue to assess the damage.

Akriti Chopra, Co-founder and Chief People Officer of Zomato, has resigned after 13 years of service. The company announced her resignation to the stock exchanges on September 27, 2024, with immediate effect. In her resignation email to CEO Deepinder Goyal, Chopra expressed gratitude for the enriching journey at Zomato and offered her continued support, stating she was "just a call away." Her departure marks the end of a long tenure with the food delivery company. Zomato has not yet announced a replacement for Chopra in her role as Chief People Officer.

An Israeli airstrike on Hezbollah's "central headquarters" in the Dahieh neighborhood of Beirut has resulted in at least 2 deaths and 76 injuries, according to Lebanese officials. The strikes, which sent plumes of smoke into the sky, occurred three hours ago. While there are reports that Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was the intended target, this remains unconfirmed by Israel. In response, Iran labeled the attack a "dangerous game-changing escalation" and vowed appropriate punishment for the perpetrators. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is returning to Israel early from a US trip following the strike.

In his UN General Assembly speech, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned world leaders for spreading "lies" about Israel. He described the October 7 Hamas attacks as "reminiscent of the Holocaust" and vowed to recover Israeli hostages in Gaza. Netanyahu emphasized the threat from Iranian proxies like Hezbollah, calling for renewed sanctions on Iran. He criticized the UN as a "house of darkness" and noted that nearly 800 people have died in Israeli strikes in Lebanon since Monday. Amid escalating violence, he asserted that Israel aims to remove Hezbollah's threat and restore displaced residents to northern Israel.

The Israeli Defense Forces conducted airstrikes on Hezbollah's main headquarters in Beirut, reportedly targeting leader Hassan Nasrallah. The strikes destroyed multiple buildings, resulting in at least 2 deaths and numerous injuries. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, cutting short his US trip, stated, "As long as Hezbollah chooses the path of war, Israel has no choice." Reports indicate that Nasrallah’s status remains uncertain, with conflicting claims about his safety. The conflict has intensified, with over 700 casualties and 30,000 displaced amid retaliatory attacks from both sides.

The Iranian embassy in Beirut condemned Israeli strikes on the Lebanese capital as a "dangerous, game-changing escalation," labeling the attacks a "crime" that deserves "appropriate punishment." Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati criticized Israel's actions, stating they reflect a disregard for ceasefire efforts amid ongoing tensions with Hezbollah. In response to the strikes, U.S. President Joe Biden confirmed that the U.S. had "no knowledge or participation" in the attacks, adding that more information is needed before assessing the situation. The strikes come as calls for a 21-day ceasefire were discussed at the UN General Assembly.

In a shocking incident in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras district, a Class 2 student was allegedly killed in a human sacrifice ritual by school officials aiming to enhance the school's prosperity. The accused, including school owner Jasodhan Singh and director Dinesh Baghel, reportedly believed in ‘tantrik’ rituals. The victim, identified as Kritarth, was strangled after being abducted from the school’s hostel. Investigations revealed the presence of ritual materials, prompting an inquiry into the school’s illegal operations. The boy's father demands further investigation into the conspiracy behind his son’s tragic death.

Kamala Harris, the US vice president, visited Arizona's US-Mexico border to address immigration concerns, a key vulnerability in her presidential campaign against Donald Trump. Harris criticized Trump for sabotaging bipartisan efforts on immigration reform, stating, "The American people deserve a president who cares more about border security than political games." Trump continues to use inflammatory rhetoric, accusing migrants of causing harm. Harris also emphasized border security and combating the opioid crisis. With Arizona being a battleground state, her visit is crucial for the upcoming election.

Two people were killed, and four others injured after a boundary wall near Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple collapsed following heavy rainfall. Ujjain Collector Neeraj Kumar Singh confirmed that the deceased, Farheen (22) and Ajay Yogi (27), were trapped under debris. The injured were rushed to the district hospital, with two referred to Indore. Former Madhya Pradesh CM Kamal Nath expressed grief, and financial assistance of ₹4 lakh for the deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured has been announced. Rescue operations are ongoing, and construction for the second phase of Mahakal Lok Corridor continues.

A CBI court in Kolkata denied bail to former RG Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh, citing the "grave nature" of accusations against him in connection with a rape and murder case. The court stated, "The nature and gravity of the accusation is grave and if proved, it may attract capital punishment." Ghosh, along with former police officer Abhijit Mondal, is accused of tampering with evidence and delaying an FIR. The court emphasized that releasing the accused on bail would "flout the principle of equity." Both remain in judicial custody.