HC weighs in on lion named Akbar, lioness named Sita
Justice questions naming of lions Akbar and Sita due to faith concerns. Names to be changed after international attention and controversy. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesWhat's in a name? More than you'll know, dear lions
The Calcutta High Court has ordered the state government to change the names of two lions, 'Akbar' and 'Sita', at Bengal Safari Park. The judge believes that animals should not be named after deities or historical figures. Key Points
The Economic TimesEid 2023: At Patna’s ‘Bakra Mandi’, ‘Atiq Ahmed’ is as pricey as ‘Shah Rukh Khan’, ‘Salman Khan’
Even in the Bakra Market, Atiq has acquired a larger-than-life following. He is fetching the same price as billies named after Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. The festival of Bakrid will be celebrated on 29 June Key Points
FirstpostMorgan Stanley appoints Jed Finn as head of wealth management - memo
Morgan Stanley (MS.N) has named Jed Finn as the head of its wealth management unit, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters on Monday. Key Points
ReutersView: Why Diwali should become a festival of lights not sounds
The death of a Kolkata Mounted Police horse, named Voice of Reason, after being startled by post-cricket match firecrackers highlights the harmful impact of fireworks on animals, especially during Diwali. The incident brings attention to the often-overlooked aspect of animal welfare amid the festive celebrations. Key Points
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Should the British continue to lord it over hill stations?
The phenomenon of cities and towns being named after colonial notables is not limited to India, as we all know. Countless places around the world have been named after British royals from Victoria and Albert to Edward, George, Charlotte and more, not to mention the dynasties and dynasts of other European nations. Key Points
Economic TimesIn video, BJP leader shot dead outside residence in Moradabad
According to reports, Chaudhary’s family has blamed political rivals for the killing. They have named two people involved in the killing — Amit Chaudhary and Aniket, an official said. Key Points
FirstpostOppenheimer named as 'Best Picture' at the Oscars, Cillian Murphy bags 'Best Actor' trophy
Emma Stone won best actress for 'Poor Things,' while Robert Downey Jr. and Da'Vine Joy Randolph claimed their first Academy Awards in the supporting actor categories. Key Points
ThePrintOppenheimer named as 'Best Picture' at the Oscars, Cillian Murphy bags 'Best Actor' trophy
Emma Stone won best actress for 'Poor Things,' while Robert Downey Jr. and Da'Vine Joy Randolph claimed their first Academy Awards in the supporting actor categories. Key Points
ThePrintSephi Bergerson named gold winner at Budapest International Foto Awards 2023
Photographer Sephi Bergerson has been named the gold winner in the Budapest International Foto Awards 2023 for his series of images titled "Distraction," which tells the story of acid attack survivor Anmol Rodriguez. The collection captures Anmol's strength and resilience, emphasizing the beauty that emerges from vulnerability. Anmol hopes that the images will inspire others and show that she is a hero, not a victim. Key Points
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US CDC is tracking a new lineage of the virus that causes COVID
The lineage is named BA.2.86, and has been detected in the United States, Denmark and Israel, the CDC said in a post on messaging platform X. Key Points
ThePrintTeen dies after classmate pours petrol, sets him ablaze in Andhra Pradesh
As the victim was set on fire, he screamed for help, alerting the locals, who immediately doused the flames and rushed him to the hospital with serious burn injuries. He died during treatment. Key Points
India TodayJayy Randhawa starrer ‘Chobbar’ hits Chaupal OTT platform on March 31
‘Chobbar,’ which means a robust young man in Punjabi, follows the life of a character named Saabi, played by actor-singer Jayy Randhawa. Saabi’s life purpose is motivated by his childhood trauma of witnessing his father’s death. Key Points
The Indian ExpressDavid Beckham, Ronaldo representing India at Asian Games 2023; and, this is their story
David Beckham and Ronaldo are representing India at the Asian Games 2023. Read on to find out who they are. Key Points
mintAre Brenda Song and Macaulay Culkin secretly blessed with second child together?
Macaulay Culkin and Brenda Song became parents to their second son last Christmas. They have two boys, whom they have named Dakota and Carson. Check details. | Hollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesMiley Cyrus hit 'Flowers' named best-selling single of 2023 in IFPI chart
LONDON (Reuters) - Miley Cyrus's hit "Flowers" was named the world's best-selling single in 2023 on Monday, the first time the U.S. singer-songwriter has topped the chart run by industry body the IFPI Key Points
ThePrintUEFA Women Nations League: Beth Mead returns after serious knee injury. Check full England squad here
Beth Mead is back in the England squad for the first time in a year after recovering from her knee injury. She has been named in Sarina Wiegman's 23-player squad that is set to play in next month's Women's Nations League matches. Key Points
Economic TimesSuryakumar Yadav named India's captain for T20I series against Australia starting on Nov 23; here's the full squad
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been made the vice-captain. Shreyas Iyer will join the squad as vice-captain for the last two T20Is in Raipur and Bengaluru. Key Points
Business TodayDjokovic, Swiatek headline United Cup team event before Australian Open
Poland, led by world No. 2 and four-time Grand Slam champion Swiatek and Hubert Hurkacz, has been named as the top seed for the 2024 edition. | Tennis News Key Points
Hindustan TimesCongress constitutes multiple committees for poll-bound Chhattisgarh
The Congress on Friday announced constitution of a 23-member Election Manifesto Committee for Chhattisgarh. Mohd. Akbar has been named Chairman of the committee. Key Points
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Bengaluru software engineer earning Rs 58 lakh pens note on loneliness
The post has gone viral on social media, with many others sharing similar experiences. Amit Mastud, Co-founder and CTO of Upscale, advised him to join a startup or start something of his own, seeing that it could be an energizing and valuable experience. Other Twitter users shared their experiences and expressed empathy towards the software engineer. Key Points
Economic TimesNew Uranus, Neptune moons to get names from Shakespeare plays, greek mythology
With the new discovery, Uranus has 28 moons orbiting it. At only 8 kilometers, it is probably the smallest of Uranus’ moons and orbits the planet once every 680 days. Key Points
India TodayPM Modi's answer to China's Belt and Road is all set for its first discussion
The proposed infrastructure link that would connect India to Europe via the Middle East to counter a similar Chinese initiative. The concept, known as IMEC, aims to create a network of railroads, ships, gas pipelines and internet cables. Key Points
Business TodayAlaska town Utqiaġvik to witness next Sunrise in January. Check date
Alaska town Utqiaġvik wont be witnessing till the end part of January. Less than a decade ago, Utqiaġvik, previously named Barrow, reclaimed its traditional Alaska Native name. Key Points
Economic TimesIt's hot to travel to blisteringly cold spots
Last year in August, we travelled to Svalbard, a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole, where during the summer the sun never sets, though temperatures still hover around zero. We took a boat to the abandoned Russian mining town of Pyramiden, accompanied by a wiry guide with a few missing teeth and a deep longing for the good old days of the Soviet Union he had grown up in. Key Points
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Computer parts maker Logitech appoints Hanneke Faber as CEO
Computer parts maker Logitech International (LOGN.S) named Hanneke Faber as its new chief executive officer on Monday, effective Dec. 1. Key Points
ReutersTwo Israeli women released by Hamas, on their way to medical facility, say Israeli officials
The statement named two women as Nurit Cooper and Yocheved Lifshitz & said they were kidnapped along with their husbands near Gaza border. Husbands still being held, it added. Key Points
ThePrintWoman shares hack to get your hands on all the McDonald’s Halloween Squishm without buying tonnes of Happy
A woman named Rebecca has shared a clever hack for completing the McDonald's Squishmallow collection without buying multiple Happy Meals. She discovered that it was possible to buy the Squishmallows individually at the counter for just 99p each. She was able to acquire two Squishmallows at different McDonald's locations. Key Points
Economic TimesOTT releases this week: From Kaala Paani to King Of Kotha; movies, web series to watch over the weekend
This week, a variety of films and web series are available to watch on platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, SonyLIV and Disney+ Hotstar. Let's have a look. Key Points
mintDo prelim probe before filing FIRs against businessmen, UP police told
The order has been issued in a bid to further improve ease of doing business and ensure no adverse environment is created for investors. However, this direction is not applicable for cognisable offences. Key Points
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