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Five baby orangutans were discovered in a Balasore forest, baffling wildlife officials. Authorities suspect international trafficking after the animals appeared far from their native habitat. The critically endangered apes may have been abandoned by traffickers fearing imminent arrest. A special task force and the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau are investigating the incident. Officials believe the orangutans reached Odisha through an international trans-oceanic trafficking network.

In a surprising move, Tamil Nadu's chief minister has chosen to delay the launch of a gold ring initiative aimed at welcoming newborns. With a pivotal trip to London on the horizon for talks with European industrialists, he underscores the need for fresh investments. Before his departure, he will also oversee important strategy sessions to solidify alliances and boost Tamil Nadu's economic prospects.

A resident of Ali Asker Road, Bengaluru, Mr Shah filed his income tax return (ITR) under the new tax regime and reported a total income of Rs 32.55 lakh. However, on September 30, 2025, his tax consultant inadvertently filed Form No. 10-IEA.

Apple's "Surprise and Shine" event today will unveil the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. The company's first foldable iPhone, possibly named iPhone Ultra, is also expected. New Apple Watch and AirPods models are anticipated alongside potential smart-home products. The event begins at 10:30 pm IST and will be streamed online. Preorders for new iPhones may start September 12, with sales on September 18.

LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Saudi Arabia’s PIF withdrew its multibillion-dollar backing, revealing up to $1bn in liabilities. More than $45m is owed to 14 current and former players, led by Jon Rahm. LIV plans to restructure with BC Partners and launch a smaller, player-owned league in 2027, but its biggest stars face uncertain futures.

Cristiano Ronaldo has missed the Ballon d’Or shortlist for a fourth straight year despite scoring 28 Saudi league goals, winning the title with Al-Nassr and scoring three World Cup goals. His omission comes as Saudi-based teammates Sadio Mané and Julián Quiñones were nominated, raising questions over how voters weighed Ronaldo’s numbers against other criteria, narratives and competition level.

Saiyette Aima’s journey began with her grandmother’s battle against breast cancer, driving her to make a significant impact. She spearheaded community-oriented fundraising and awareness campaigns, which flourished with local backing. Following this, Aima launched Pink for Purpose and started a YouTube channel to enhance her outreach. Her mission extended to India, providing free screening camps, which culminated in the innovative CareCheck, an AI tool for guiding breast health decisions.

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After a concert in Canada, Punjabi singer Ammy Virk found himself in a shocking incident when his convoy came under fire. A dark SUV reportedly aimed shots at a bulletproof Rolls-Royce carrying the star. While the rear window was shattered, thankfully, everyone inside remained safe. Authorities are now investigating a nearby burnt SUV for potential connections to the shooting, highlighting the gravity of the situation.

Actor Karunaas received heartfelt acclaim for his role in 'Enna Vilai'. Notably, Nimisha Sajayan expressed her admiration by embracing him after a powerful scene. Senior actress Poornima Bhagyaraj also lauded his performance as a judge. His wife, Grace Karunaas, uniquely praised him by highlighting his respect for others. This wave of positive feedback significantly enhances Karunaas' confidence ahead of the film's premiere.

The players will not be accommodated in an alternative hotel, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla confirmed on Tuesday.