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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace 06 Oct 2026, 01:40 PM IST

Pentagon Says Trump Approves Execution of Fort Hood Gunman Nidal Hasan by Firing Squad

The Pentagon said President Donald Trump has approved the execution of former Army Maj. Nidal Hasan, the convicted Fort Hood shooter, by firing squad, a rare and legally consequential step in a case that has lingered for years. Hasan was sentenced to death after a court-martial found him guilty of killing 13 people and wounding 32 others in the 2009 attack at an Army base in Texas.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 01:19 PM IST

Musk Regains Trillionaire Status as SpaceX Shares Surge, Highlighting Investor Faith in Private Valuations

Elon Musk has reportedly returned to trillionaire status after a sharp rise in SpaceX’s private-market valuation pushed his paper wealth back above the threshold. The move underscores how closely Musk’s fortune remains tied to investor confidence in SpaceX, even as questions persist about the durability of lofty private valuations and the optics of his increasingly self-mocking public persona.

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Asian Shares Slip as Bond and Currency Swings Jolt Markets Ahead of US Jobs Data

Asian equities fell in cautious trade as investors absorbed sharp moves in government bonds and foreign exchange markets, with higher oil prices adding to the pressure. Attention is now fixed on upcoming US labour data, which could shape expectations for Federal Reserve policy and extend volatility across global assets.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (04:08 AM IST)

Asian Shares Slip as Bond and Currency Swings Rattle Markets Ahead of US Jobs Data

Asian equities eased in early trade after a volatile session across bonds and foreign exchange markets left investors cautious and defensive. Elevated oil prices, persistent concern over US Treasury yields, and renewed scrutiny of French fiscal stability added to the risk-off tone as traders positioned for upcoming US employment data that could shape the Federal Reserve’s next move.

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World Politics & Diplomacy16 Oct 2026, 02:16 PM IST

Iran’s Precision Strikes Exposed Gulf Weakness, Complicating U.S. War Planning

Iran’s recent strikes on Gulf infrastructure have reportedly hit at least 84 sites, exposing vulnerabilities in water, power and other critical systems across the region. The damage, and the political sensitivity around it, appears to have complicated U.S. military planning by underscoring how quickly a wider conflict could spill into civilian infrastructure and regional stability.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy16 Oct 2026, 02:16 PM IST

Saudi Airport Attack Kills 12, Disrupts Travel as Trump Weighs Military Response

Saudi Arabia is confronting a sharp escalation in security risk after an attack on an airport killed 12 people and injured more than 300, forcing operations to halt and triggering international travel warnings. The incident comes as fighting intensifies across Yemen, raising fears of wider regional spillover and prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to consider military intervention.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance16 Oct 2026, 11:32 AM IST

IHC, First Abu Dhabi Explore Stake in Bandhan Bank Promoter BFSL

International Holding Company and First Abu Dhabi Bank are among the potential investors evaluating a stake in Bandhan Financial Services, the promoter entity of Bandhan Bank, according to people familiar with the matter. Early backers GIC and IFC, which jointly hold about 30% in BFSL, are seeking an exit, while Bandhan has been working with Jefferies to identify strategic investors for a 25% to 32% sale.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy16 Oct 2026, 08:07 AM IST

IndiGo Extends Saudi Arabia Flight Cancellations Through October 24 as West Asia Security Fears Disrupt Travel

IndiGo has extended cancellations on select Saudi Arabia routes until October 24, deepening disruption across India-Gulf air travel as security concerns in West Asia continue to unsettle airline schedules. The move follows similar extensions by Akasa Air, which has pushed suspensions to Riyadh and Jeddah amid the same regional risk environment.

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Global Economy & Central Banks16 Oct 2026, 02:38 AM IST

U.S. Weighs ‘Mother of All Bombs’ Option as Iran Vows to Keep Fighting

The U.S. military has reportedly prepared strike options for Iran that include the possible use of one of its largest nonnuclear bombs, escalating fears of a wider confrontation in the Middle East. Tehran has responded with defiance, signaling it will continue to resist pressure even as markets and policymakers brace for further volatility.

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World Politics & Diplomacy16 Oct 2026, 01:57 AM IST

Maritime Monitor Warns Ships in Strait of Hormuz Still Face Indiscriminate Attacks

A maritime security monitor has warned that commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz remain exposed to indiscriminate attacks, underscoring the fragility of one of the world’s most strategically important shipping lanes. The warning comes amid reports of renewed strikes and heightened regional tension, with insurers, shipowners and energy markets watching for any escalation that could disrupt global trade.

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World Politics & Diplomacy15 Oct 2026, 06:46 PM IST

Iranian Basij Female Commander Killed in Latest Attack on Security Forces

An Iranian female Basij unit commander has been assassinated in southeastern Iran, according to reports, in the latest lethal strike targeting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ security network. The killing comes amid a sharp rise in militant violence near the strategically vital Chabahar region, intensifying pressure on Tehran as it confronts both internal unrest and external threats.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy15 Oct 2026, 06:25 PM IST

Aegis Logistics to Buy 89.8% of Dubai-Based Tristar in ₹7,700 Crore Deal

Aegis Logistics has announced plans to acquire an 89.8% stake in Dubai-based Tristar for about ₹7,700 crore, marking one of its most significant overseas expansion moves to date. The transaction will be executed through Aegis Logistics International Pte Ltd, the company’s wholly owned step-down subsidiary, underscoring a structured push into international energy logistics.

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