Filipino engineer wins $30,000 Dyson award for earthquake safety sensor

Kia dealer delays delivery of Rs 39L Carnival; commission awards Rs 2.33L to customer

After placing an order for a Kia Carnival, a company experienced significant setbacks when the dealer failed to deliver on time. This delay resulted in considerable financial losses. The commission found the dealer guilty of inadequate service while clearing Kia India of any blame. As a remedy, the dealer was mandated to return the booking fee with interest, plus cover legal fees and compensation for the impacted company.

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How Indian Navy is using wargames to advance MAHASAGAR vision, strengthen naval diplomacy

INS Sahyadri has arrived in Yokosuka, Japan to participate in Exercise Malabar 2026. The frigate previously concluded bilateral exercises with the Republic of Korea and will engage with India, Japan, Australia, and the US in Malabar. Additionally, the Indian Navy has conducted various exercises with other nations since September, showcasing naval collaboration. These engagements include exercises with France, the UK, and Russia among others.

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UP man ties wife to chair, burns her alive over suspected affair

In a shocking incident in Jagatpur village, Uttar Pradesh, a 30-year-old woman named Sonam was reportedly murdered by her husband over alleged suspicions of cheating. He tied her to a chair and ignited the flames that consumed her life, fleeing the scene with their kids. Local residents witnessed the fire and alerted the police, who are actively pursuing Sukhbir Singh, still evading capture.

Elon Musk's nearly $500m US midterm gamble backfires: Tesla, SpaceX stocks take a hit

In a bold move, Elon Musk invested almost half a billion dollars to back Republican candidates in the 2026 US midterms. However, the elections turned the tables, with Democrats securing both Congressional chambers, which proved detrimental to Musk's interests. Consequently, shares of Tesla and SpaceX dipped, contrasting the buoyant broader market. This outcome revealed how Musk's hefty financial support failed to translate into the political leverage he anticipated.

Nasa's 3,200-pound Swift telescope crashes to Earth after 22 years in space

NASA’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory re-entered Earth's atmosphere after 22 years in orbit, ending its mission. Swift was crucial for understanding gamma-ray bursts and other cosmic events, detecting over 2,000 bursts. The spacecraft's orbit deteriorated due to increased solar activity, leading to its uncontrolled descent. NASA attempted a rescue operation, but it ultimately failed, resulting in its re-entry on November 4, 2026.

Detroit man's rubber band ball weighs 11,578 pounds, breaks Guinness record

Claude P. Moore began his rubber band ball project in 2015, starting with two rubber bands. Over eleven years, he built the ball to an impressive 11,578 pounds, surpassing the previous record. Friends and family supported him throughout this extensive journey, helping transport the enormous ball for its official measurement. The record was confirmed in August 2026 by Guinness World Records during a public ceremony.