Ed Sheeran surprised fans with a special performance at Diljit Dosanjh’s Birmingham concert on Sunday, part of Dosanjh’s global Dil-Luminati Tour. Since early 2024, Dosanjh has been performing to sold-out crowds across North America, Australia, and New Zealand, with upcoming shows in Paris, London, Glasgow, and Amsterdam. The crowd erupted in applause when Dosanjh introduced Sheeran on stage, exclaiming, “Ed Sheeran aa gaya oye.” The two artists collaborated on a mashup of Sheeran's hit "The Shape of You" and Dosanjh's song "Naina." Both artists shared videos of the performance on their social media, delighting fans worldwide.

The fiancée of an Army officer has accused police officers in Bhubaneswar of sexual assault at the Bharatpur Police Station. The alleged incident took place on September 15 when the couple visited the station to file a complaint against individuals who had harassed them. Instead of receiving help, the woman claims she was beaten, choked, and stripped by the officers. She stated that a female officer knocked out her tooth, and a male officer allegedly stamped on her chest for 20 minutes while pulling up her bra and lowering her pants. The allegations highlight serious concerns regarding police conduct in this case.

Commuters are experiencing road closures and disrupted rail services as multiple flood warnings remain in effect due to heavy rainfall. Some areas have received over a month’s worth of rain in just 24 hours, causing rising waters to damage homes and render roads impassable. A new weather warning has been issued for Thursday, predicting further heavy rain and strong winds across northern England and the North Midlands, with the potential for additional flooding. The Met Office warns that the heaviest rainfall, expected to accumulate between 80-100 mm, will impact the Pennines and North York Moors, while coastal areas may also face strong winds.

The Karnataka High Court dismissed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's petition challenging the governor's authority to sanction an investigation into the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) alternative sites controversy. Governor Taawarchand Gehlot had granted approval for the probe based on complaints linking Siddaramaiah to the case, with allegations that his wife, Parvathi, was a beneficiary of the land allocation. The court upheld the governor’s authority to order the investigation, allowing it to proceed. This ruling marks a significant setback for Siddaramaiah, who had sought to stop the inquiry into the MUDA land allotment issue. The case will now continue under the governor’s directive.

Bangladesh’s army chief, General Waker-uz-Zaman, has pledged full support to the interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, to help it carry out reforms and hold elections within 18 months. Zaman’s commitment follows the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who stepped down and fled to India after 15 years in power amid large-scale student protests. In early August, the military remained neutral during the protests, leading to Hasina’s ouster. In an interview, Zaman expressed his determination to assist Yunus and emphasized the need to remove political influence from the military, ensuring that the interim government can achieve its goals.

Traffic heading into Beirut is heavily congested as many residents flee the south amid ongoing Israeli bombardments. The typical journey from Beirut to the southern city of Tyre, which usually takes one to one-and-a-half hours, has been significantly delayed. A traffic jam at a Lebanese army checkpoint near Sidon is causing further delays. One family was spotted traveling on a motorbike with a makeshift frame to carry their belongings, while another evacuee reported a 17-hour trip due to bombings along the main road, forcing them to use smaller roads. In Beirut, traffic is lighter than normal, with some businesses open and schools serving as reception centers for displaced families.

The Pragyan rover, part of India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission, made a significant discovery by identifying an ancient crater near its landing site at Shiv Shakti Point in the Moon's south polar region. The rover's images revealed a notable absence of large boulders, which are typically over one meter in size. This finding suggests that any boulders that may have existed in the area have been eroded over billions of years due to space weathering. The observations point to the extreme age of the region, providing valuable information about the Moon's geological history and the environmental processes that have shaped its surface over time.

India's chess sensation, R Praggnanandhaa and his sister R Vaishali, made their mother Nagalakshmi's heart swell with pride as they secured gold medals in the men's and women's categories at the 45th Chess Olympiad. A heartwarming video captured the triumphant moment, showing the siblings with their beaming mother. Social media users praised Nagalakshmi's dedication, saying "Indeed A Proud Mom." Praggnanandhaa contributed to the men's team's 3-1 win over Slovenia, while Vaishali played a crucial role in the women's team's 3.5-0.5 victory against Azerbaijan. This milestone marks a proud moment for the family and Indian chess.

Alia Bhatt and Aishwarya Rai walked the ramp at Paris Fashion Week on September 24, representing L’Oréal as brand ambassadors. This event marked Alia's first runway appearance since becoming a L’Oréal ambassador in September. She wore a metallic dress featuring a silver bustier over a black jumpsuit, paired with chunky silver earrings. Alia styled her hair in a sleek, ‘wet’ look and engaged with the audience by blowing kisses during her walk. Aishwarya, who has a long-standing partnership with L’Oréal, also showcased her style, highlighting the brand's influence in the beauty and fashion industries at the prestigious event.

Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon on Monday resulted in at least 492 deaths, according to Lebanese authorities, making it the deadliest day in the country in decades. The strikes followed intense cross-border exchanges of fire that began earlier in October. In response, the Israeli military warned civilians in Lebanon to evacuate areas where Hezbollah was reportedly storing weapons. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a video statement addressing the Lebanese people, stating, “Israel’s war is not with you; it’s with Hezbollah,” and accused the group of using civilians as human shields. The escalation of violence has led to tens of thousands of people fleeing their homes for safety.