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As Durga Puja enters its 6th day, women across various regions come together to perform the traditional 'Dhunuchi' dance, a key highlight of the celebrations. Holding earthen incense pots filled with burning coconut husks and aromatic frankincense, the dancers sway to the rhythmic beats of drums (dhak) in honor of Goddess Durga. The spirited dance, a mix of devotion and artistry, is performed as an offering to the goddess, symbolizing joy, prosperity, and reverence. The vibrant ritual adds to the grandeur of the festival, captivating audiences with its energy and cultural significance.

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Hurricane Milton has restrengthened into a Category 5 hurricane. The storm poses a significant threat to a large portion of western Florida that will lead to devastating impacts including life-threatening storm surges, widespread power outages and flash flooding.

The Aam Aadmi Party will contest the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections alone against an "overconfident" Congress, a party member said on Wednesday. "In Delhi, AAP will contest alone.

Rare rainfall has hit some of the most arid places on Earth. Southeastern Morocco Sahara Desert known for its frequent drought is experiencing floods. Watch in for more details!

Israel's options for striking Iran range from symbolic strikes on military targets to crippling attacks on Iran's vital oil industry or its secretive and heavily fortified nuclear program. Watch for more details!

New Zealand's central banking authority, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ), has announced a significant reduction in its primary interest rate, cutting it by 50 basis points in a move aimed at stimulating the economy.

The US and its allies in the Gulf have launched covert talks with Iran to defuse tensions in West Asia, amid a looming threat of retaliatory Israeli strikes on the Shi'ite nation.

A delightful trail of Paddington Bear statues has appeared across various cities in the UK, celebrating the beloved children's character. The statues, each uniquely designed and decorated by local artists, form part of a public art project aimed at bringing communities together and encouraging exploration of different areas. Paddington, known for his marmalade sandwiches and heartwarming adventures, has captured the imagination of generations. The colorful statues are set to attract both families and fans of all ages as they embark on a fun-filled journey to discover Paddington across the country.

In the midst of the world's largest hunger crisis, local volunteers who have been feeding Sudan's most impoverished over the 17 months of conflict claim that attacks by the opposing factions are making it challenging to deliver life-saving aid.

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has warned that Ukraine could be facing its toughest winter since the start of Russia's invasion. As the war grinds on, Ukraine's critical infrastructure, including energy supplies, is under relentless attack, raising concerns about the country’s ability to withstand the cold months ahead. Stoltenberg emphasized the need for continued support from NATO allies, including military aid and humanitarian assistance, to help Ukraine endure the harsh winter conditions. The upcoming winter could further strain the resilience of Ukrainian forces and civilians as they face continued Russian aggression and mounting logistical challenges.

India batter Rinku Singh reached his fifty in the second T20I against Bangladesh on Wednesday (Oct 9) in an unusual style after his mishit went for six behind the wicketkeeper.

Set to make landfall in the US state of Florida, Hurricane Milton is expected to be one of the most catastrophic storms in the United States. This deadly storm comes just a week after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc in the state, resulting in over 230 deaths.

UK spy agency has warned that Russia is looking to cause "sustained mayhem on British and European streets". The head of MI5 said Russian intelligence agency GRU had carried out "arson, sabotage and more dangerous actions conducted with increasing recklessness" in UK following the invasion of Ukraine and subsequent support offered by London. MI5 chief Ken McCallum was giving an annual update on security threats faced by UK.

The US and its Gulf allies have reportedly initiated covert talks with Iran to establish a ceasefire in West Asia. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu claimed that Hezbollah's leader-in-waiting, Hashem Safieddine, has been killed by Israeli forces, even though the IDF has not confirmed this.

As Florida braces for Hurricane Milton, loss of life and property are not the only concerns facing residents right now. Experts say that the storm can travel through hazardous material facilities in the state, polluting the environment with harmful chemicals.

Hurricane Milton has supercharged into a 180-miles-per-hour storm so quickly that experts say it might be classified as a Category 6 storm, a categorisation that doesn't even exist.

Ukraine aims to organise a new peace summit by the end of this year and wants Russia to attend this time, its ambassador to Turkey said on Wednesday, but ruled out any direct bilateral talks with Moscow at the meeting.

The Indian team is all set to face Sri Lanka in the ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup on Wednesday (Oct 9) with a do-or-die contest in hand. After Australia’s crushing win over New Zealand in another Group A contest on Tuesday, the Women in Blue now need to flex their muscle if they are to reach the semis of the T20 World Cup.