Swiss authorities have frozen more than $310 million across six Swiss bank accounts as part of a money laundering and securities investigation related to the Adani Group, according to reports. The investigation, which dates back to 2021, was revealed by Swiss media outlet Gotham City and later cited by Hindenburg Research. The funds are linked to an alleged front man for Gautam Adani, and the Swiss Attorney General's office has taken over the investigation. This comes after earlier accusations by Hindenburg Research against Adani for stock manipulation and financial misconduct.

Indian-origin lawyer Nabanita Nag, Chief Legal Officer of Norfolk Southern Corporation, was fired after an investigation revealed her involvement in a consensual relationship with the company's CEO, Alan Shaw. The company stated that both violated corporate policies and code of ethics despite the consensual nature of their relationship. Shaw was also terminated from his role as CEO. Nag, a seasoned leader with prior roles at Goldman Sachs, joined the company in 2020. Mark R. George, Chief Financial Officer, has now been appointed as the new CEO.

Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the 2024 Laver Cup in Berlin, citing ongoing fitness issues. Nadal, 38, shared his disappointment with fans, saying he couldn't compete for Team Europe and support them fully. His absence comes after he also missed the US Open this year due to injuries. Nadal reflected on his fond memories of the Laver Cup but acknowledged that other players are in better shape to help the team. Team Europe, led by captain Björn Borg, has yet to announce a replacement for the Spanish tennis star.

Agitating doctors in Kolkata blamed the West Bengal government for the failed talks over the RG Kar Hospital rape and murder case. They said they never demanded Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's resignation, despite her offering to step down. The meeting with the CM was canceled as the doctors insisted on live-streaming for transparency, which the government denied. The junior doctors stressed their demands for justice and vowed to continue their protest until they are met. The doctors clarified that their aim is justice for the murdered doctor, not political demands.

Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on Thursday. Doval was sent by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to personally brief Putin on Modi’s recent talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The meeting took place during the BRICS NSAs summit. Modi emphasized that both Ukraine and Russia should engage in talks to end the war and expressed India’s willingness to play an active role in restoring peace. Putin proposed a bilateral meeting with Modi during the BRICS summit in Kazan next month, scheduled for October 22-24.

A fire at the Manali substation in Chennai caused power cuts across several areas on Thursday night, including Manali and the Mint region. The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO) confirmed efforts are underway to restore power quickly. TANGEDCO's Managing Director, Rajesh Lakshmi, stated they are working on a bypass line to fix the issue within 30 minutes. Many residents took to social media to express their concerns about the blackout, with some reporting that streetlights were also out in affected areas, such as Anna Salai and Adyar.

Kristen Fischer, an American living in Delhi, has gone viral for her humorous video about Indian English phrases. In her Instagram post, she shared her surprise at expressions like "shifting" for moving homes and "time pass" for killing time. Fischer also mentioned other terms like "loose motion" for diarrhoea, which amused her. Her lighthearted video has gained over 5 lakh views, with many users adding their own favorite Indian-English phrases in the comments. Fischer's playful take has resonated with viewers, sparking discussions on the differences between Indian and American English.

Bangladesh has reinforced its ban on hilsa fish exports to India, affecting West Bengal ahead of the Durga Puja festival. The new government in Dhaka wants to ensure the fish remains available for locals. Farida Akhter, an adviser to the fisheries ministry, said, “We will not allow the hilsa to cross the border.” The move ends former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s "hilsa diplomacy," where fish was sent as a goodwill gesture to India. Hilsa is beloved by Bengalis on both sides of the border, and the shortage could lead to higher prices during the festive season.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud's residence for Ganpati Puja has ignited controversy. Critics, including veteran lawyers Prashant Bhushan and Indira Jaisingh, argue that the visit undermines the separation between the executive and judiciary. They call for a public condemnation by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA). BJP’s B L Santhosh defended the visit, describing it as a gesture of civility rather than a breach of protocol. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut voiced concerns about potential bias in ongoing legal cases involving his party.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has offered to resign as the deadlock with junior doctors persists over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The doctors refused to continue talks unless their demand for live streaming was met. Banerjee, waiting at the secretariat for over two hours, expressed frustration at the lack of communication. The government has rejected the doctors’ conditions for talks, while medical services in Kolkata remain disrupted due to the ongoing strike.