🏙️ Manhattan's mega-mansions for the ultra-rich

The ultra-wealthy in Manhattan are now buying entire vertical neighborhoods in Billionaires’ Row instead of just penthouses. These exclusive towers, near Central Park, include the world's three tallest residential buildings. One57, opened in 2014, set records, while 432 Park Avenue completed in 2015 offered luxury condos up to $169 million. Central Park Tower, the world's tallest residential building at 1,550 feet, saw its penthouse price drop to $195 million. Additionally, 53 West 53rd offers MoMA membership, making it a prime spot for elite status. 🏙️

🔭 JWST's red dots might be giant monster stars

Mysterious 'little red dots' seen by James Webb Space Telescope could be monster stars up to 100,000 times the Sun's mass. This discovery, from Harvard & Smithsonian, suggests these stars caused the universe's first giant black holes to form quickly. The model matches the objects' light spectrum, compact nature, and chemical makeup. These massive stars violently shed dense gas shells, matching JWST's observations. Scientists plan to refine models for future JWST tests.

😥 Mother gets bail in daughter's death case

The Gujarat High Court granted regular bail to a Surat woman accused of killing her two-year-old daughter. The court observed that this case reflects systemic failures in protecting vulnerable families from hunger and extreme poverty. The incident, registered at Varachha police station, occurred in March, involving the assault of Eesha by Lakhiben Solanki. Justice Hasmukh D. Suthar highlighted that societal shortcomings extend beyond an individual crime. The court stressed the State's constitutional duty to ensure the nutrition and dignity of every child. 😥

🚨 Canadian student visas used by Bishnoi gang in India

A CBSA classified tactical guide exposed how gangs misused Canada’s student visa system for criminal activity. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang utilized Indian nationals who entered Canada via student and temporary work visas. Senior leader Satinderjit Singh, alias Goldy Brar, entered Canada on a student visa to manage North American operations. He later filed a refugee claim in 2019 to secure his immigration status before going underground. This suggests serious organized crime links spanning continents. 🚨

⚖️ SC hopeful for peace in Kapur estate fight

The Supreme Court of India expressed hope for an amicable settlement in the estate row concerning the late industrialist Sunjay Kapur. The dispute involves his mother, Rani Kapur, and his wife, Priya Kapur, in the Sona Group-linked estate. Mediation proceedings have gone through six sessions, and the mediator sought time until November 2 for further discussions. The court urged the parties to resolve the issue without long litigation, while noting cooperation from both sides. The case originated from Rani Kapur's petition questioning the family trust's asset control.

💧 Hyderabad lakes getting sewage treatment upgrade

HYDRAA is rolling out sewage treatment in its restored lakes, starting with a pilot project at Bam Rukn-ud-Dowlah Lake in Shivarampally. BITS Pilani’s K.K. Birla Goa campus developed a low-cost, nature-based technology for this effort. The project, executed by BITS Goa under CSR, aims to ensure only treated water enters the rejuvenated water bodies. HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath visited BITS Goa on Thursday to study Vertical Flow Constructed Wetland Technology. If the pilot succeeds, this sewage treatment model will be gradually expanded to other lakes. 💧

🚨 Maid accused in 72-year-old's death case

Neera Mehta was allegedly killed by her domestic help following a dispute over missing jewellery. The incident occurred in Panchkula, Haryana, involving the victim, her maid Sunita Devi, and her son Raja. The police arrested the accused within 24 hours of the complaint being lodged on Monday. Preliminary findings suggest the argument over theft escalated into a physical altercation leading to the death. The three accused are now expected to be produced before a Panchkula court for police remand.

🏛️ Centre tells SC to let Parliament decide SC/ST 'creamy layer'

The Centre has opposed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) asking for a creamy layer concept for SC/STs. This submission was made to the Supreme Court regarding guidelines for income-based sub-quotas in reserved categories. The government stated that any such modification requires a holistic review and empirical study before implementation. The Centre urged the Supreme Court to refrain from issuing orders, as policy decisions fall under Parliament's jurisdiction. Furthermore, it clarified that the creamy layer principle is not applicable to SCs and STs, unlike in OBC reservations.

🦖 Why were there no mouse-sized dinosaurs?

New research suggests early mammals might have blocked the evolution of tiny dinosaurs. Scientists used mathematical models to study body size evolution across vertebrates. This finding was published in the journal Evolution, noting that small mammals filled available ecological niches. Small-bodied early mammals likely outcompeted dinosaurs, preventing them from evolving into smaller sizes. This dynamic only shifted after the asteroid impact 66 million years ago. 🦕

🦋 Tiny dragonfly flies world's longest migration

Scientists have confirmed the globe skimmer dragonfly, Pantala flavescens, as the world's longest-distance flyer. Researchers from Rutgers University-Newark analyzed dragonflies collected across locations including Texas, Japan, and India. The study showed these insects maintain a single worldwide gene pool, traveling distances estimated at around 4,400 miles or more. This migration is crucial for reproduction, as they seek out fresh water in changing weather patterns. Future research aims to map these incredible routes using new tracking methods. 🦋

⛏️ Mining upgrade: SCCL visits US for tech boost ⛏️

A high-level delegation led by Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka toured Caterpillar and Komatsu facilities in Texas and Arizona. The team, including senior officials from SCCL and GMMCO Ltd, visited these manufacturing centres on Thursday. This trip comes as Singareni acquired two major coal blocks, adding over 360 million tonnes of reserves. The focus is on modernizing operations, improving worker safety through remote control tech, and planning future equipment needs. This initiative supports SCCL's goal of hitting 100 million tonnes of annual coal production.