UN 'Horrified' as Deadly Rio Drug Raid Claims Over 60 Lives

RIO DE JANEIRO, 29 October (H.S.): The United Nations human rights office declared on Tuesday it was horrified by a massive police operation in Rio de Janeiro that has left at least 64 people dead, including four police officers. The raid, which involved up to 2,500 heavily armed officers, targeted Brazil’s primary drug-trafficking organization in…

Indian Equities Navigate Volatility; Sensex, Nifty Edge Higher in Choppy Trade

Indian Equities Navigate Volatility; Sensex, Nifty Edge Higher in Choppy Trade

Delhi, 29 October (H.S.): The Indian stock market experienced a volatile session on Wednesday as benchmark indices traded with modest gains amid a persistent tug-of-war between buyers and sellers. After a slightly positive opening, both the Sensex and Nifty fluctuated, reflecting the indecisive market sentiment. By mid-morning, the Sensex had gained 0.16 percent and the…

Sir James Anderson: England's Leading Wicket-Taker Knighted at Windsor Castle

London, 29 October (H.S.): October 29 – Legendary England fast bowler James Anderson was awarded a knighthood on Tuesday during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, bestowed the prestigious honor upon the 43-year-old for his outstanding services to the sport of cricket. Anderson, who is the leading Test wicket-taker for…

Gaza Ceasefire in Peril as Israel Unleashes Powerful Strikes

GAZA CITY, 29 October (H.S.): A fragile, US-brokered ceasefire in the Gaza Strip was pushed to the brink on Tuesday after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered powerful strikes on the territory, citing what he called a bright red line crossed by Hamas. The military action followed accusations that Hamas attacked Israeli troops and violated…

Asian Markets Rally on Wednesday; Global Cues Offer Mixed Picture

Asian Markets Rally on Wednesday; Global Cues Offer Mixed Picture

Delhi, 29 October (H.S.): Global markets presented a mixed landscape for investors on Wednesday, with Wall Street closing higher in the previous session while Asian equities broadly advanced. The positive momentum in Asia came despite signs of weakness in US futures and a varied performance across European bourses. On Wall Street, major indices gained ground…

Hendricks and Bosch Power South Africa to Dominant Win in First T20I

Hendricks and Bosch Power South Africa to Dominant Win in First T20I

Rawalpindi, 29 October (H.S.): A commanding performance from opener Reeza Hendricks and a devastating spell from fast bowler Corbin Bosch propelled South Africa to a 55-run victory over Pakistan in the first T20 International late on Tuesday. The win gives the visitors a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.After being asked to bat first, South…

Netherlands to Hold General Election on October 29 After Government Collapse

Netherlands to Hold General Election on October 29 After Government Collapse

The Hague, Oct 29 (HS): The Netherlands will go to the polls on October 29 for a general election, following the collapse of the country’s governing coalition earlier this year. The election was triggered after the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), led by Geert Wilders, withdrew from the ruling coalition in June 2025 over disagreements…

Shah and Chitale Script History, Become First Indian Pair to Qualify for WTT Finals

Shah and Chitale Script History, Become First Indian Pair to Qualify for WTT Finals

Delhi, 29 October (H.S.): Indian table tennis duo Manush Shah and Diya Chitale achieved a historic milestone on Tuesday by becoming the first pair from India to qualify for the prestigious WTT Finals.According to the latest WTT Series Finals Race rankings, Shah and Chitale were confirmed as the fifth mixed doubles team to secure a…

Pyongyang Conducts Cruise Missile Test on Eve of Trump's Arrival in South Korea

SEOUL, 29 October (H.S.): North Korea conducted a test of sea-to-surface cruise missiles from its western coast on Tuesday, a provocative military display just one day before U.S. President Donald Trump is set to arrive in South Korea for high-stakes diplomatic meetings. According to a report from the state-run KCNA news agency on Wednesday, the…

Truth Social to Launch Betting on Politics, Sports, and Markets

Truth Social to Launch Betting on Politics, Sports, and Markets

NEW YORK, 29 October (H.S.): Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), the parent company of President Donald Trump’s Truth Social platform, announced on Tuesday that it will introduce betting on real-world events. Through a partnership with Crypto.com, users will be able to wager on outcomes ranging from elections and economic indicators to commodity prices and…