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Harvard Study on Fossil Tardigrades reveals new species and evolutionary milestones

By discovering a new fossil species, Harvard researchers have uncovered new insights into the evolution of tardigrades, Earth’s most resilient micro-animals. Using advanced imaging technology, they re-examined fossils from the Cretaceous period, revealing critical details about tardigrades' survival mechanisms and evolutionary timeline, offering a fresh understanding of these near-indestructible creatures' ancient origins.

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Khalistani Gurpatwant SIngh Pannun

US seeks 'meaningful accountability' in Gurpatawant Singh Pannun murder plot investigation

On Oct 15, an Indian enquiry committee visited the US to look into the allegations of the involvement of an Indian government official in the foiled plot to assassinate Pannun. US Principal Deputy Spokesperson said there was “valuable engagement” with the committee last week.

Two plead guilty in Canadian court for murdering Kanishka bombing suspect Ripudaman Singh Malik

Tanner Fox and Jose Lopez entered the pleas in the British Columbia (BC) Supreme Court on Oct 21 on the eve of their trial for the killing of 75-year-old Malik, who was shot several times outside his family business on the morning of July 14, 2022.

Israel

Israel strikes Hezbollah's 'secret bunker' in Beirut, finds $500 million worth cash and gold

Despite being registered as a charity, AQAH has been accused both by the US and Israel of serving as a critical financial branch of Hezbollah, aiding it with cash and gold reserves for military operations.

BRICS 2024

Russia discharges 85 Indians from its military ahead of BRICS

The Indian side is expected to take up the issue of discharge of the remaining Indians when Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Oct 22 on the margins of the BRICS Summit in the Russian city of Kazan, people familiar with the matter said.

Israel

Hamas can no longer pose missile threat to Israel: Reuven Azar, country’s ambassador in India

Azar said that as a rising power, India has a crucial role to play in ending conflicts in the Middle East.

Maldivian President Muizzu launches India's UPI payment service to boost country's economy

The agreement to introduce UPI in Maldives was signed during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's three-day official visit to the country in August.