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Saudi Arabia raised its main oil prices for buyers in Asia amid heightened volatility in the crude market as traders watch developments in the West Asia conflict.

It's a casting coup that only Rohit Shetty could have pulled off. The Singham Again trailer was launched amid great fanfare on Monday in Mumbai. The film's nearly 5-minute long trailer features the film's impressive star cast - which includes Ajay Devgn reprising his role as Bajirao Singham, Kareena Kapoor playing his wife, Ranveer Singh as Simmba, Akshay Kumar as Sooryavanshi and introduces Deepika Padukone as Lady Singham and Tiger Shroff as ACP Satya Pattnaik.

On Monday (Oct 7), Israel marked the first anniversary of the Gaza war. The war in Gaza was triggered when Palestinian Hamas militants attacked southern Israel (on October 7 last year), killing 1,200 people and taking about 250 as hostages, according to Israeli tallies.

The annual Draconid meteor shower has started to light up the night skies from October 6 and will remain visible till October 10. However, this year the meteor shower is expected to be fainter in comparison to the past years, as experts suggest that the 2025 meteor shower will be the strongest one to have ever occurred in history.

A highly damaged cargo ship is in a tough situation as it is not being able to dock amid fears of port officials that the potentially explosive cargo it is carrying will turn it into a “floating mega bomb.

Iran's Quds Force leader, Esmail Qaani, is "in good health" and continuing his duties, according to Iraj Masjedi, the force’s deputy commander. Masjedi made this statement on Monday after Iranian security sources told Reuters that Qaani had not been reachable since the attacks on Beirut the previous week.

India's RuPay card has been launched in the island nation of Maldives today (October 7), following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu.

Singapore's Indian-origin former transport minister S Iswaran on Monday began his one-year jail term in a corruption case, opting not to appeal his conviction, and apologised "unreservedly" to the nation.

The year 2023 was the driest for global rivers in 33 years and glaciers suffered the largest mass loss in 50 years, according to the UN weather agency in a dire warning on climate crisis.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has ruled out the possibility of gang-rape in the Kolkata murder case, concluding that the accused acted alone in committing the crime. This decision comes after an extensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the case, which had raised significant public concern and media attention. The CBI's findings indicate that there is no evidence to support claims of multiple perpetrators, shifting the focus solely onto the individual responsible for the heinous act. The agency continues to pursue the case, gathering more evidence to ensure justice is served.

Three giant pandas born in October celebrated their birthdays together at the Shanghai Wild Animal Park on Friday. Under the attentive gaze of panda enthusiasts, seven-year-olds Xue Bao and Qian Jin, along with five-year-old Kang Kang, relished a special birthday feast prepared by the zoo’s animal care staff. In addition to the delicious treats, the zoo also crafted thoughtful handmade birthday gifts, which included beautifully designed bamboo beds, swivel chairs, bamboo baskets, and various toys, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere for the beloved pandas.

Stand-up comedian and actor Vir Das responded to a man on X who called him and singer Diljit Disanjh ‘medicore artists’. On Monday (Oct 7) Kartikeya Tanna, an X user wrote, “Have you ever wondered why two very, very mediocre artists - Diljit Dosanjh and Vir Das - have suddenly been propped up to global scale fame?

Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka pulled out of her home Japan Open next week because of an injury that caused her to retire from the China Open in Beijing.

It's been a year to the Israel-Hamas War. A densely populated coastal enclave Gaza has faced immense challenges, especially over the past year. The ongoing conflict and blockade have led to a humanitarian crisis, with limited access to essential resources like food, water, and medical supplies

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday (Oct 7) filed a chargesheet against Sanjay Roy, the prime accused in the gruesome rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata.

On the anniversary of the October 7 attack, Hamas has publicly praised the operation as "glorious." The statement comes amidst ongoing tensions in the Israel-Hamas conflict, marking a year since the assault, which resulted in significant casualties and escalated violence in the region. Hamas’s remarks highlight its commitment to its militant agenda and reflect the group's efforts to galvanize support among its followers and the Palestinian populace during a period of heightened conflict.

Bollywood actress Ananya Panday, who is currently riding the success wave for her Netflix film CTRL, constantly seeks validation from others since she doubts her talent and skills.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' mother has spoken out for the first time since the music Mogul's name got embroiled in multiple cases of sexual assault, racketeering and sex trafficking.

Pope Francis has announced the appointment of 21 new cardinals, a move that notably expands the size of the college of cardinals. This significant increase not only enhances the diversity of the group but also strengthens the Pope's influence over the future leadership of the Catholic Church. The newly appointed cardinals will play a crucial role in electing his successor, further extending Francis's legacy within the church. This latest announcement reflects the Pope's ongoing commitment to inclusivity and representation, as many of the new cardinals come from regions that have traditionally been underrepresented in the Vatican.