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Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has expressed regret for the controversial comments made by a former minister about Prime Minister Narendra Modi, acknowledging the strain it caused on bilateral relations. He emphasized his commitment to strengthening ties with India, announcing plans for an upcoming visit. Muizzu also clarified that the Maldives has a ‘serious problem’ with the presence of foreign military forces on its territory, despite his government’s previous request for the withdrawal of Indian troops. The statement comes after a recent diplomatic dispute triggered by the former minister’s remarks and a decline in Indian tourist arrivals in the Maldives.

October 2024 is a month brimming with celebrations, from the vibrant Hindu festivals of Navratri and Diwali to the astronomical spectacle of the last solar eclipse of the year. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the major events happening throughout the month, highlighting their cultural significance and religious practices.

A video showcasing a group dancing to the hit song ‘Kati raat maine kheton mein tu aayi nahi’ from Stree 2 has gone viral on social media. The video, purportedly filmed in Paris, highlights the film’s widespread popularity and demonstrates the power of Indian cinema to captivate audiences worldwide.

Meta Platforms Inc. (META) has been slapped with a €91 million ($101.5 million) fine by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) for a 2019 security breach involving the storage of hundreds of millions of user passwords in plaintext. The penalty highlights Meta’s ongoing struggles with privacy compliance and adds to a string of GDPR fines the company has faced in recent years.

A massive fire broke out at a Tata Electronics manufacturing unit in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, causing significant damage. Firefighters are battling the blaze, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Riya Arvinda Barde, a Bangladeshi adult film actress known by the pseudonym Arohi Barde, was apprehended in Thane, Maharashtra for residing illegally in India using forged documents. The arrest came after a tip-off regarding her involvement in a cheating and forgery case.

The US Justice Department has charged three Iranian hackers with disrupting Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign. The accused, members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps, allegedly targeted the election with phishing attacks and data theft. The charges highlight growing concerns about foreign interference in US elections.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the birth anniversary of legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, fondly known as the ‘Nightingale of India’, expressing his deep respect and recalling their close bond. He highlighted the enduring impact of her soulful melodies on generations and shared anecdotes of their personal connection.

Independent journalist Ken Klippenstein has been indefinitely banned from X (formerly Twitter) after publishing leaked documents allegedly linked to Republican candidate J.D. Vance. Klippenstein argues the ban is politically motivated and points to inconsistencies in X’s enforcement of its policies, particularly in relation to the Hunter Biden laptop story. The ban raises questions about X’s commitment to free speech, a principle Elon Musk has repeatedly emphasized since acquiring the platform.

Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has survived an Israeli airstrike in Beirut, according to a source close to the leader. The strike targeted the central headquarters of Hezbollah, raising concerns about Nasrallah’s safety. Despite Israeli officials stating it was unlikely he survived, Nasrallah’s continued presence is a blow to Israeli claims.