Millions in Taiwan are off work, and several schools are shut. This as Typhoon Koinu is brushing past the far southern tip of Taiwan, bringing in torrential rains and strong winds. At least 190 have been injured so far, but no casualties have been reported.

Millions off work as Typhoon Koinu crosses Taiwan

A flash flood alert has been issued in the northern and eastern districts of India's Sikkim state. The floods have reportedly occurred due to a sudden cloud burst over Lho-nak Lake in the state's Mangan district.

Sikkim flash floods: Neglected red flags triggered flash floods in Sikkim

The Nobel Committee has often been accused of overlooking non-western achievements. As this year's Nobel prize winners are unveiled, we explore the age-old question: Is the prestigious prize too Eurocentric?

Gravitas: Nobel Prize Committee Overlooking Non-Western Achievements?

Check the story to know how NASA, is planning to build houses on the moon by 2040 - and Mars could be next. The U.S. Space Agency recently granted a pioneering construction firm $60 million to build a house on the moon. These lunar homes can be used not just by astronauts but by ordinary civilians as well.

NASA aims to build moon homes by 2040

At least 21 people died after a bus fell from a bridge in Venice, Italy on Tuesday (Oct 3). The bus was carrying 40 people of which 21 died and 18 were injured, Venice councillor Renato Boraso said, adding, that the death toll could rise as several of those injured were in critical condition. Officials said the vehicle fell around 15 metres (50 feet) onto electricity lines and caught fire at around 7:45 pm (17.45 GMT).

Italy: At least 21 dead after bus falls from bridge in Venice

The Enforcement Directorate arrested AAP MP Sanjay Singh. ED carried out raids at his house in connection with a money laundering case linked to the Delhi excise policy.

ED arrests AAP MP Sanjay Singh In Delhi Excise Policy Case

Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said in a US television interview that his country was moving steadily closer to normalizing relations with Israel and also warned that if Iran gets a nuclear weapon, “we have to get one.”

Iran's supreme leader issues warning to Saudi for normalising ties with Israel

The European Union is going to unveil a list of sensitive technologies that it seeks to protect from Nations that pose harm to its security and engage in blackmailing. The move by the EU is reported as a response to Chinese sanctions on member Nation Lithuania over its ties with Taiwan.

EU to assess risks of critical technologies being weaponized

Ex-speaker Nancy Pelosi vacates capitol office. Kevin McCarthy was axed Tuesday as speaker of the US House of Representatives in a brutal, historic rebellion by far-right Republicans furious at his cooperation with Democrats.

Acting speaker orders Nancy Pelosi to vacates capitol office

Sunak is anticipated to make a statement soon regarding the heavily criticized HS2 high-speed train project. The prime minister wants to strengthen his position as a leader by demonstrating his willingness to make difficult choices now in order to benefit society later. The meeting will come to a close with Sunak's speech.

UK PM Rishi Sunak set to address Tory conference

The Russia-Ukraine war continues to escalate. Ukraine is eyeing constant support from the West but uncertainty looms over Washington's support to Kyiv. What will happen to US aid to Ukraine? Watch this video for all details.

Kevin McCarthy ousted as US House Speaker. What does it mean for US aid to Ukraine?

Canada now wants to hold private talks with India in a bit to resolve the Diplomatic dispute over the murder of the Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Canadian foreign minister's statement comes weeks after Ottawa publicly accused India of being involved in the murder.

India-Canada row: Canada tones down on Nijjar killing row | WION

The Federal Reserve Board opened up its Threads and Instagram accounts on Monday in an effort to make its news and instructional materials more easily accessible. Chair Jerome H. Powell will make a little greeting video the first post on Instagram. Instagram posts typically consist of images, videos, answers to frequently asked questions, information for economic education, and more.

From Secrecy To Sharing: FED's Instagram journey

Letitia James, the attorney general of New York, is currently requesting $250 million in fines as well as the ouster of Trump and his sons from the family business. James declared that "justice will prevail" and accused the former president of "persistent and repeated fraud" on Monday.

US: Ex-President Donald Trump's $250 million civil trial in New York begins

The earthquakes in Nepal have resurrected an age-old fear: The fear of the great Himalayan quake. Scientists have for long predicted that an earthquake of over 8 magnitude will hit populous cities like Delhi, Lahore, Rawalpindi. Are India and Pakistan prepared for the tragedy? How long before Delhi crumbles?

Gravitas: Great Himalayan Earthquake: How long before Delhi crumbles?

The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's monthly programme 'Mann Ki Baat' has completed nine years. A study by IIM-Bangalore and State Bank Of India has found that the monthly broadcast succeeded in popularising several policy initatives. Molly Gambhir tells you more

Gravitas: PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' show: A success story

China's Evergrande group resumed trading on the Hong Kong stock exchange on Tuesday. That comes after trading was halted last week in the wake of the arrest of its billionaire founder on suspicion of unspecified crimes.

China’s Evergrande resumes trading

According to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Google's hegemony stems from deals that set its browser as the default one on PCs and cellphones. He brushed off the notion that the market in which Microsoft and Google compete has been significantly altered by artificial intelligence or more specialized search engines like Amazon or social media websites.

Microsoft vs Google: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella challenges Google's default dominance

As part of its attempts to promote indigenization in the defence sector, the Indian Air Force is working on several 'Make in India' projects valued at over Rs 3.15 lakh crore. Among these programs are the 156 Light Combat Helicopters, 180 Light Combat Aircraft Mark1A, and other weapon systems.

Indian Air Force's list of domestic projects worth over $37 BN

Pakistan's CPEC ambitions face a setback as its all-weather ally China has refused to inject fresh investments. Despite repeated requests from Islamabad, Beijing is reportedly holding back amid the country's deteriorating security situation and persistent political instability. Watch this video for more details.

Gravitas: Pak's Ambitions Face Setback, China Won't Expand Investments | Beijing's Betrayal Explained

Great Britain has been keen on policing the world on etiquette. Carrying on the legacy is William Hanson. He is a so-called 'etiquette coach' by profession. He has shared a video on social media explaining how to eat a burger in a formal setting.

Gravitas: The law of fork & knife: British etiquette coach teaches how to eat a burger

Chinese researchers say that consumption of milk tea can lead to addiction, depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. The study says that they still don't know the cause. Can Chinese studies be trusted?

Gravitas: Chinese study: Milk tea causes depression and anxiety | Is China against mixing milk with tea?

Eswatini's government has hailed the election of 59 MPs to the lower house of parliament as free and fair. The elections are unlikely to offer any political change to the kingdom, with the MPs serving in a purely advisory role to the monarch. All legislation in the country is approved by King Mswati III who has the absolute right of veto.

Parliamentary elections in Africa's last monarch

Gabon's new president Oligui Nguema has now announced the arrest of former first lady Sylvia Bongo Ondimba Valentin over charges of money laundering and taking advantage of her husband's health condition to manipulate him. Sylvia is co-accused with her son noureddin bongo of corruption. The new administration is tightening the noose on the previous regime. Is the long-revered bongo-dynasty crumbling?

Gabon military ruler cracks the whip

Rached Ghannouchi, a prominent opposition leader in Tunisia and the former speaker of the country’s parliament, went on a hunger strike, in solidarity with a fellow political prisoner and head of the opposition coalition national salvation front, Ben Mbarek. President Kais saied is accused of oppressing opposition figures who question his regime or leadership, and the world has reacted

Tunisia continues to gag political figures

England are the undisputed kings of white-ball cricket. The reigning World Champions in ODI and T20 Cricket go into the 50-over World Cup as overwhelming favourites. England's batting depth is unparalleled but their bowling is a concern heading into the marquee event. Ben Stokes' return has handed the Three Lions a major boost and they head into the World Cup with a target on their back. 1996 World Cup-winning coach Dav Whatmore believes it will take something special to stop Jos Buttler from emulating Eoin Morgan.

White-Ball Kings England eye more glory

The Border Security Force (BSF) has found a drone in a paddy field in the Kalsian Khurd area of the Tarn Taran district of Punjab that contains one packet that is thought to contain narcotics. Late in the evening on October 2, BSF forces stationed forward intercepted a drone's movement.

India: China-made drone recovered amid crackdown on pro-Khalistan terror

Over the last 24 months, Tsubame Industries has been working on a four-wheeled, 4.5-meter (14.8-foot) tall robot that bears a little similarity to "Mobile Suit Gundam" from the immensely popular Japanese animation series. The robot is scheduled to make its debut at the Japan Mobility Show in late October. Afterwards, Tsubame Industries intends to sell the robot in five units for a total of 400 million yen ($2.7 million) apiece. The robot, named ARCHAX after the bird-like dinosaur Archaeopteryx, is equipped with cockpit monitors that project pictures from external cameras. This allows the pilot to control the robot's hands and arms using joysticks from inside its body.

Japan startup develops a giant human-piloted robot

4,500 women fitted with birth control devices without consent

India has made massive growth in the global mobile download speed, making it into the top 50 of Oookla Speedtest Global Index list. India moves 72 places up in the list, clinching the 47th spot in the index, leaving behind many G20 countries.

5G drives India`s internet speed ranking up 72 places, ahead of many G20 countries

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