A devastating landslide disaster has struck Darjeeling which is one of the most picturesque regions of India. Torrential rainfall has triggered one of the worst landslides in over a decade as at least 28 people lost their lives.

Darjeeling Floods: Darjeeling Hit by One of the Worst Landslides in a Decade

France has been thrown into fresh political chaos after Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned barely hours after unveiling his cabinet. His government lasted just 14 hours, marking the briefest tenure in modern French history.
Opposition leaders are demanding that President Emmanuel Macron either step down or call snap elections. Markets reacted nervously—stocks slipped, the euro weakened, and investor confidence wavered. Lecornu cited parliamentary deadlock and fierce opposition as reasons for his abrupt exit. With national debt climbing and the legislature bitterly divided, France’s latest crisis underscores just how fragile governance has become in Europe’s second-largest economy.

Macron’s Fifth Prime Minister in Two Years Resigns After Just 14 Hours in Office

In a groundbreaking revelation, scientists have reexamined 1970s-era NASA data and found compelling evidence that Venus's thick clouds contain traces of water vapor. The findings, based on archived data from missions like Pioneer Venus, offer new insights into the planet's atmospheric chemistry — and raise fresh questions about its potential to support microbial life in the upper cloud layers.

This discovery could reshape our understanding of Venus’s habitability and spark renewed interest in future missions to Earth’s “twin” planet.

Reanalysis of 1970s Nasa Data Shows Venus Clouds Hold Water

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited one of the country’s warships, saying the 5,000-tonne destroyer should “punish the enemy’s provocations”, state media reported on Monday (October 6, 2025).

Kim Jong-Un Visits 'Choe Hyon' During a Military Exhibition to 'Punish Provocations'

The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi for their groundbreaking discoveries on peripheral immune tolerance. Their work led to the identification of regulatory T cells, which prevent immune cells from mistakenly attacking the body’s own tissues.

This discovery has transformed our understanding of the immune system and laid the foundation for new therapies in autoimmune diseases, allergies, and organ transplantation. Learn more about how these scientists changed the future of immunology.

Nobel Prize in Medicine Awarded to Trio for Pioneering Work on Human Immune System

A serious internal conflict has erupted between Ukraine's two leading government agencies, reportedly affecting the country’s decision-making at a critical time in its war and reconstruction efforts. While the exact causes remain unclear, sources cite rivalries over jurisdiction, corruption probes, and foreign policy influence as key triggers of the feud.

Analysts warn the infighting could undermine Ukraine’s international credibility and slow down vital governance and defense coordination.

Ukraine's Two Premier Government Agencies Are Locked in a Bitter Feud 

Israel and Hamas have begun indirect negotiations in Egypt to discuss the Gaza peace proposal backed by U.S. President Donald Trump. The talks, also involving Qatari and Egyptian mediators, follow Hamas’ partial acceptance of a 20-point plan, which includes the release of Israeli hostages.

Despite ongoing diplomacy, Israeli airstrikes on Gaza continue, with over 24 Palestinians reportedly killed in 24 hours, as per civil defence and health ministry sources. The UN warns of worsening conditions in Gaza hospitals, with UNICEF calling the situation “dire,” especially for children.

Israel & Hamas Begin Indirect Talks in Egypt Over Trump Peace Plan 

Vote counting is underway following Syria's parliamentary elections, held amid ongoing political tensions and a struggling economy. The elections, closely watched by regional observers, are expected to solidify President Bashar al-Assad’s grip on power, with the ruling Ba'ath Party and allied candidates projected to retain dominance in the People's Assembly.

Counting of Votes Underway in Syria's Parliamentary Elections

At least 30 people were injured after a Russian strike hit a passenger train in Ukraine’s northern Sumy region, causing casualties among passengers, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday.

Ukraine Strikes Major Russia Oil Terminal, Russia Assault Causes Power Outages in Ukraine

Tensions escalated in Georgia as anti-government protesters attempted to breach the presidential palace amid growing unrest over proposed legislation and alleged democratic backsliding. Security forces intervened, pushing back demonstrators with barriers and crowd control tactics. The protests reflect rising public anger over government policies, with opposition groups calling for early elections and constitutional reforms.

Anti-Government Protesters Try to Enter Georgia's Presidential Palace

NATO opens new command centre in Finland, near Russian border, aimed at boosting NATO's security. Command centre to see NATO training in the Northern region.

A Fresh Flashpoint Between Russia And NATO: A New Command Centre & Tensions

The Election Commission has announced dates for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025. Voting will be held in two phases — on November 6 and November 11, with the counting of votes on November 14. Over 7.4 crore voters are expected to participate. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar highlighted the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), which he said has “purified” the state’s electoral roll after 22 years.

Election Commission Announces Dates for Bihar Assembly Elections

When will the government shutdown end? That's the question lawmakers were hearing from constituents after the failure of another Senate vote to end the shutdown Oct. 3, despite President Donald Trump warning of "vast" layoffs and weighing which agencies to eliminate.

Donald Trump Refuses to Bow to Democrat Demands on Healthcare 

President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of US troops to Portland, Oregon, authorising use of "full force" if needed, to suppress protests targeting immigration detention centres.


Protests Erupt in Oregon Against Donald Trump's Immigration Crackdown

France's President Emmanuel Macron on Monday accepted Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's resignation just hours after unveiling his cabinet, the presidency said, plunging the European nation further into political deadlock.

France PM Resigns: French PM Lecornu Steps Down in Less Than a Month After Taking Office

Nikhil Chaudhary took five wickets for Tasmania Tigers on his first-class debut in the Sheffield Shield. Chaudhary got stranded in Australia during Covid and then started playing cricket in Brisbane, he now becomes the second Indian-born player to play Australian first-class cricket.

Delhi-Born Nikhil Chaudhary Makes Debut in Australian First-Class Cricket 

In a dramatic escalation of U.S.-Iran tensions, President Donald Trump has issued a direct warning to Tehran: any attempt to resume its nuclear weapons program will be met with immediate U.S. military action. Speaking on October 5 at Naval Station Norfolk, Trump referred to the recent Operation Midnight Hammer airstrikes, claiming they stopped Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

Meanwhile, U.S. prosecutors have charged Iranian-linked operatives in a plot to assassinate Trump and an Iranian-American journalist, fueling speculation about potential Iranian retaliation.

With diplomatic tensions at a boiling point, this could mark a major turning point in U.S.-Iran relations. Full details inside.

Trump's Stark Warning: 'Won't Wait to Strike Iran Again'

US President Donald Trump has urged everyone involved in efforts to end the Gaza war to "move fast" as mediators are set to meet in Egypt on Monday for indirect peace talks between Hamas and Israel.

Israel Says Gaza City Still A 'Combat Zone', Continues Attacks, Trump Urges Israel to Stop Bombing

Apple TV has unveiled the trailer for Mr. Scorsese, a five-part documentary series directed by Rebecca Miller that explores the life, career, and creative passions of legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese. The series will premiere this Saturday in the Spotlight section of the New York Film Festival, before streaming begins on October 17.

Martin Scorsese Documentary Debuts at New York Film Festival World Premiere

Landslides and flash floods, triggered by heavy rains, have killed at least 47 people, blocked roads and washed away bridges in Nepal.


Nepal Floods: Heavy Rainfall Trigger Flooding And Landslides Killing 52

France PM Resigns: French Prime Minister Lecornu Resigns After Criticism of Cabinet

Fresh snowfall has blanketed Razdan Top, while heavy rain drenched parts of Srinagar on Monday morning, October 6, 2025. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy rainfall, thunderstorms with lightning, and gusty winds of 30-40 km/h in Srinagar, indicating a shift toward winter conditions across Jammu and Kashmir. Stay tuned for the latest weather updates and travel advisories.

J&K Weather Alert: Fresh Snowfall at Razdan Top, Heavy Rain Hits Srinagar

The Sabarimala gold plating scandal has triggered a high-level judicial probe after the Kerala High Court flagged serious lapses in how sacred temple ornaments were handled and repaired.

The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) sent gold-plated copper idols to a private Chennai firm without prior court approval—violating earlier orders. A loss of 4.54 kg of gold was discovered upon return, with no proper documentation or oversight. The court has now ordered the valuables be returned and a full audit conducted.

Sabrimala Scandal: What All Did Kerala High-Court Flag?