Mahesh Babu has joined Mumbai-based Shotgun Games as a strategic investor, expanding his business interests into interactive entertainment. The studio is developing Takedown: Genesis, a narrative-driven action-adventure game targeting international PC and console markets. Mahesh Babu Gaming Investment Mahesh Babu is expanding his business portfolio with a str

Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Hyderabad, seeking stronger action against harmful AI-generated and morphed videos. Shah assured an urgent examination of the concerns, requested a written representation and assigned G Kishan Reddy to coordinate the matter. Chiranjeevi Raises Deepfake Concerns Chiranjeevi has sought stronger meas

Austrian Airlines bomb threat forces emergency landing in Sofia after a Tel Aviv-Vienna flight carrying 51 passengers and six crew members was diverted to Bulgaria. Authorities evacuated everyone safely, while a MiG-29 escorted the aircraft and security teams began searching the Airbus A320. Sofia emergency landing An Austrian Airlines flight travelling from Tel Aviv to Vienna made an emergency landing in Sofia on Sunday after the crew r

US, India issue Saudi Arabia travel advisories amid Houthi attacks as continued missile and drone activity raises concerns over airport operations and civilian safety. Riyadh airport remains disrupted, while Indian and American citizens have been urged to monitor official alerts and take precautions. India issues Saudi Arabia travel advisory The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has issued fresh guidance asking Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to

Elon Musk has responded positively to Reliance Industries’ statement on satellite internet competition in India, writing “Much appreciated” on X. The exchange follows Musk’s recent criticism of Reliance over Starlink’s delayed entry into the Indian market. The developments come as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits India, with a stop at Reliance’s Jamnagar refinery planned as part of his trip. No direct link has been established between Rubio’s visit and the regulatory dis

Tata Technologies sees new opportunities as carmakers rethink EV plans. Demand for flexible hybrid and ICE platforms, engineering outsourcing and AI-assisted design could support growth. The company also announced a $138 million European luxury vehicle programme.  

Hidden camera found aboard Australian Navy ship HMAS Leeuwin has triggered an official investigation after a video recording device was discovered in a cabin. The ADF confirmed the incident as Jacqui Lambie raised sailor privacy concerns and called for answers over possible recordings. HMAS Leeuwin investigation The Australian Defence Force has launched an investigation after a video recording device was found aboard HMAS Leeuwin while t

Bank of America hit with nearly $2 billion in US penalties after US regulators accused the lender of serious anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance failures. FinCEN, the OCC and OFAC cited suspicious transaction monitoring gaps, reporting failures and sanctions violations. Bank of America AML failures US regulators have imposed penalties totaling nearly $2 billion on Bank of America after identifying major weaknesses in its anti-

Melbourne Imam Denies Links to Flydubai Co-Pilot Attack Suspect as Samir Mohtadi, known as Abu Hamza, rejects knowing the Omani co-pilot accused of trying to seize a passenger jet. UAE prosecutors described contacts linked to his community centre, but have not accused him of wrongdoing. Melbourne Imam Denies Meeting Suspect Samir Mohtadi, who leads the Multicultural Youth Centre (MyCentre) in Broadmeadows, said on October 12 that he had

Celeste frozen pizza discontinued in the US after Conagra Brands ended production of the longtime grocery staple. The company cited portfolio simplification and stronger profit opportunities. Remaining pizzas may still be sold until existing retailer inventory runs out. Chicago-based Conagra Brands has discontinued Celeste frozen pizza after more than six decades in the American market. Production has stopped, although remaining pizzas may still be available at US g

India’s effort to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem is gaining momentum, but China’s experience shows that becoming a major chip power requires more than large investments. Beijing has spent heavily to strengthen manufacturing, attract talent and reduce dependence on foreign technology, yet it still struggles with the world’s most advanced chips. For India, the key lesson is to build its strategy carefully. Chip design, assembly, testing, packaging and legacy semiconduc

Layoffs and restructuring efforts are continuing across the US technology sector in 2026, with some of the world’s biggest companies reviewing their workforce, management structure and spending priorities. Apple has now joined the list of companies facing increased employee uncertainty as its leadership reportedly considers making the organization leaner and more engineering-focused. According to the reports cited in the original article, Apple CEO John Ternus is looking at ways t

The US Treasury yield surge has pushed borrowing costs to levels not seen in decades, reviving debate over whether the low-rate era that followed the 2008 financial crisis is permanently over. The 10-year yield reached 5.293% and the 30-year climbed to 5.6206% as investors reassessed inflation, fiscal risks and Federal Reserve policy. Bond sell-off Treasury prices have fallen sharply as yields moved higher across the curve. The benchmark

The US-China 30-for-30 trade framework could lower tariffs on about $60 billion in two-way commerce, with each country identifying roughly $30 billion in non-sensitive imports. Farm goods, medical devices and consumer goods are included, but exact tariff rates and an implementation date remain unsettled. Tariff cuts Washington and Beij

The latest Iran casualty update shows the Pentagon’s public wounded count rising by 37 service members, taking the recorded total to 861. The additions include Navy and Marine personnel, while the DCAS data does not publicly explain when or how the newly listed injuries occurred. Navy toll rises with 29 sailors added The latest change includes 29 Navy sailors. A Navy official said the sailors

Ilaiyaraaja has received a ceremonial stamp honour at the Australian Parliament in recognition of his 50 years in cinema. The celebrated composer shared the news on social media, describing the moment as deeply moving for someone who grew up in a remote village in Tamil Nadu. Ilaiyaraaja thanks artists and listeners Ilaiyaraaja thanked Victorian Finance Minister E

US President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping Russia sanctions law that gives Washington new authority to impose targeted tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and natural gas, placing India under renewed trade scrutiny. The White House confirmed that Trump signed H.R. 5334, the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, on September 18. The administration said the law expands statutory sanctions, tariffs a

Rare footage of a humpback whale with a stillborn calf off Australia’s Gold Coast documents prolonged maternal contact after the calf’s death. Researchers say the July 17, 2025 encounter may reflect grief-like behavior, while cautioning that the whale’s emotional state cannot be confirmed. Researchers have documented rare underwater footage of a female humpback whale remaining close to and repeatedly interacting with

Operation Economic Outcast is expanding as the US Treasury works with global financial institutions to identify and disrupt revenue, banking and procurement networks linked to Iran. The campaign comes as Washington also warns that instability in the region could threaten global energy supplies. Operation Economic Outcast targets Iran finance The US Treasury said its Financial Crimes Enforcement Network convened global financial instituti

Russia and Ukraine intensified attacks on industrial, transport and energy infrastructure in mid-September, with Moscow saying it struck Ukrainian steel facilities and cargo vessels while Kyiv reported drone attacks on Russian industrial sites. The exchanges underline how both sides are increasingly targeting economic assets beyond the front line. Russia Ukraine industrial strikes hit major steel facilities