Pakistan fail to capitalize on strong bowling against New Zealand by collapsing to a record-low total of 56, resulting in their elimination from the Women’s T20 World Cup. New Zealand secures a semifinal spot alongside Australia with a dominant victory.
Read MoreMAGA Republican Trump and Democratic candidate Harris escalated their verbal attacks, challenging each other’s mental fitness while avoiding direct confrontational interviews. Trump refused to release full medical records, while Harris maintained her physical fitness. Trump’s criticisms extend to a controversial biopic, fueling tensions ahead of the November election.
Read MoreJunior doctors in Kolkata marched to Raj Bhavan, meeting Governor CV Ananda Bose, to demand a thorough CBI investigation into their colleague’s rape and murder at RG Kar Hospital, rejecting the current charge sheet. The protest, beginning on October 5, has drawn widespread support.
Read MoreA Delhi court is set to give its verdict on the bail plea of Independent MP Engineer Rashid related to a 2017 terror funding case. Rashid, who has been in Tihar jail since 2019, was previously granted interim bail to campaign for the J&K Assembly elections. He has a significant political presence, having garnered...
Read MoreChina has significantly reduced its dependence on US-sourced helium, a critical resource for technology sectors like semiconductors and healthcare. By diversifying imports, notably from Qatar and Russia, and advancing domestic production through technology, Beijing has enhanced its helium supply security. Despite progress, imports still constitute a substantial portion of China’s helium consumption.
Read MoreAfghanistan’s Taliban has announced a gradual ban on news media publishing images of living beings, citing Islamic law. While full enforcement is pending, some provinces have started adapting. Media professionals face increased restrictions, and the media workforce has significantly declined since the Taliban took power.
Read MoreBaba Siddique, a former Maharashtra minister, was assassinated with six gunshots outside his son Zeeshan’s office in Mumbai. Suspects, including two from Uttar Pradesh and one from Haryana, were arrested. The search for the mastermind and other culprits continues, as security and political reactions escalate.
Read MoreStarting January, the Indian government will mandate hallmarking for all gold bullion, including imports, ensuring adherence to purity standards. Exceptions will be made for bullion used by jewellers for their own productions. Current assaying and hallmarking centres will be used for verification.
Read MoreNearly a third of positions at the National Company Law Tribunal remain unfilled, impacting the government’s insolvency reform initiative. This shortage has led to operational inefficiencies, delaying insolvency resolutions significantly. The average resolution time has surged to 716 days, far exceeding the 270-day deadline, posing challenges for corporate insolvency processes.
Read MoreRetail inflation in New Delhi rose to a 9-month high of 5.5% in September, driven by a sharp increase in food prices like vegetables, edible oils, and pulses. This surge in inflation dampens hopes for an interest rate cut, despite the RBI’s recent policy shift to a neutral stance.
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