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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy 16 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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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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India Sports & Cricket15 Oct 2026, 10:12 AM IST

Saudi Pro League postpones three matches after Houthi attacks, citing logistics and player recovery

The Saudi Pro League has postponed three Matchweek Nine fixtures after recent Houthi attacks, saying the decision was driven by logistical considerations and the mandatory minimum rest period between matches. The move underscores how regional security risks can quickly ripple into elite sport, forcing calendar adjustments at short notice.

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World Politics & Diplomacy15 Oct 2026, 03:00 AM IST

Houthis Strike Aramco Headquarters as Saudi-Iran Tensions Escalate

Iran-backed Houthi forces have claimed a strike on the headquarters of Saudi Arabia’s state oil giant, Aramco, in a sharp escalation that deepens regional volatility and raises fresh concerns over energy security. The attack, reported by officials and carried by multiple international outlets, comes amid a widening cycle of retaliation between the Yemen-based group and Saudi Arabia, with implications for oil markets, Gulf security, and U.S. policy.

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India Sports & Cricket15 Oct 2026, 01:18 AM IST

Saudi Pro League Postpones Three Matches After Houthi Attacks, Citing Logistics and Player Rest Rules

The Saudi Pro League has postponed three matchweek nine fixtures after Houthi attacks disrupted conditions around the competition schedule, with the league citing logistical considerations and the mandatory minimum rest period between matches. The decision underscores how security developments in the region can quickly spill into elite sport, forcing calendar adjustments even in a heavily resourced league.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 12:57 AM IST

Saudi Pro League Delays Three Matches After Houthi Attacks, Citing Logistical and Rest-Period Constraints

The Saudi Pro League has postponed three Matchweek 9 fixtures after a series of Houthi attacks, saying the decision was driven by logistical considerations and the need to preserve the mandatory minimum rest period between matches. The move underscores how regional security shocks can quickly ripple into elite sport scheduling, forcing organisers to balance player welfare, travel disruption and operational continuity.

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World Politics & Diplomacy09 Oct 2026, 03:37 AM IST

Three Killed in Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports, Officials Say

Three people were killed in Houthi attacks targeting airports in Saudi Arabia, according to officials, in a strike that underscores the widening reach of the Yemen conflict. The Iran-aligned group claimed responsibility, framing the attacks as part of its campaign against the kingdom and signaling a further escalation in regional tensions.

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World Politics & Diplomacy09 Oct 2026, 02:41 AM IST

Three Killed in Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports, Officials Say

Three people were killed in Houthi attacks targeting airports in Saudi Arabia, according to officials, in an escalation that underscores the widening reach of the Yemen conflict. The Iran-aligned group claimed responsibility, raising fresh concerns over the security of civilian infrastructure and the risk of further regional spillover.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Oct 2026, 12:24 PM IST

Three Killed, 36 Injured in Houthi Strikes on Saudi Airports, Riyadh Says

Saudi Arabia said Houthi attacks on airports in the kingdom killed three people and injured 36, marking a sharp escalation in the Yemen conflict’s regional spillover. The strikes underscore the rebels’ ability to threaten civilian infrastructure deep inside Saudi territory even as diplomatic efforts to contain the war remain fragile.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Oct 2026, 10:58 AM IST

Three Killed in Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports, Officials Say

Three people were killed in Houthi attacks targeting airports in Saudi Arabia, according to officials, in a strike that underscores the widening reach of the Yemen conflict. The Iran-aligned movement claimed responsibility, marking a fresh escalation in its campaign against the kingdom and raising concerns over regional security and civilian risk.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Oct 2026, 06:34 AM IST

Houthi-Claimed Airport Strikes in Saudi Arabia Kill 3 as Yemen War Spills Wider

Attacks claimed by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on airports in Saudi Arabia killed three people and underscored the widening reach of the conflict beyond Yemen’s borders, officials said. The strikes come amid an intensifying cycle of missile and drone attacks that has repeatedly tested Saudi air defenses and raised the risk of further regional escalation.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning08 Oct 2026, 05:02 AM IST

Parallel Systems Raises $100 Million to Push Autonomous Freight Trains Into Commercial Scale

Parallel Systems, a freight technology company founded by former SpaceX engineers, has raised $100 million to accelerate production of its autonomous electric rail vehicles. The company says the vehicles are designed to move thousands of pounds of cargo over distances of up to 500 miles, positioning rail as a more flexible and lower-emission alternative for regional freight movement.

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Global Markets & Equities08 Oct 2026, 04:17 AM IST

10-Year Treasury Yield Pulls Back After Strong Auction Calms Demand Fears

U.S. Treasury yields eased from their session highs after a solid sale of 10-year notes reassured investors that demand for government debt remains intact even near multi-decade yield peaks. The retreat followed a sharp run-up that had pushed the benchmark 10-year yield to its highest level in 24 years, reflecting persistent concern over heavy supply and elevated borrowing costs.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Oct 2026, 01:59 AM IST

Houthis Expand Regional Pressure as West Bank Violence Hits Olive Harvesters

Houthi forces have intensified their campaign against Saudi-linked targets, underscoring the widening regional reach of the Yemen conflict and the group’s ability to disrupt commercial and military activity beyond its borders. At the same time, attacks on Palestinian olive harvesters in the West Bank highlight how violence across the Middle East continues to spill into civilian life, even as diplomacy struggles to contain multiple overlapping crises.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning07 Oct 2026, 09:30 PM IST

Spotify Broadens Audiobook Access to More Than 180 Markets

Spotify is expanding its audiobook offering to more than 180 markets, a move that significantly widens the company’s reach beyond music and podcasts. The rollout includes 350,000 titles in more than 120 languages, underscoring Spotify’s push to deepen user engagement and diversify its subscription ecosystem.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition07 Oct 2026, 08:43 PM IST

Astronomers Spot a Star Slowly Consuming a Brown Dwarf 300 Light Years Away

Astronomers have identified a rare stellar system about 300 light years from Earth in which a star appears to be steadily stripping material from a brown dwarf companion. The finding offers a close-up view of an unusual form of binary interaction that can illuminate how compact stellar systems evolve over time. While the discovery is not directly tied to energy markets, it matters for climate and clean-energy science because advances in astrophysics drive the sensor technology, data analysis, and space-based observation tools increasingly used in Earth monitoring.

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Global Markets & Equities07 Oct 2026, 06:01 PM IST

Oil Gains as Traders Weigh Escalating Supply Risks in the Middle East

Oil prices advanced as investors reassessed the risk of fresh disruptions to global supply, with renewed concern over attacks in the Middle East offsetting signs of a broader recovery in output. The move came as markets balanced geopolitical premium against expectations that supply growth could eventually temper the rally.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace07 Oct 2026, 04:57 PM IST

Hegseth Tells Troops at Dawn PT Session: 'We Want to Hear From You'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met roughly 600 midcareer enlisted service members and officers on the Pentagon parade field for an early morning physical training session, using the unusual setting to project accessibility and direct engagement with the force. The appearance underscores an effort to connect with rank-and-file personnel at a time when the Pentagon is balancing readiness messaging, morale, and leadership visibility.

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World Politics & Diplomacy07 Oct 2026, 02:05 PM IST

Quebec Elects Separatist Premier, Delivering Carney a Fresh National Test

Quebec’s election has returned a separatist premier to power, reviving one of Canada’s most consequential constitutional fault lines and immediately complicating Prime Minister Mark Carney’s political agenda. The result falls short of a clear mandate for independence, but it is strong enough to reinsert sovereignty into the national debate and unsettle markets, federal-provincial relations, and Ottawa’s economic priorities.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace07 Oct 2026, 09:24 AM IST

Army Names Five Winners in xTechHumanoid Push to Test Military Uses for Humanoid Robots

The U.S. Army has selected five companies as winners of its xTechHumanoid competition, advancing an effort to determine how commercial humanoid robotics could support future military missions. The program underscores growing Pentagon interest in machines that can operate in environments built for people, from logistics and maintenance to reconnaissance and hazardous tasks.

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Global Markets & Equities07 Oct 2026, 08:14 AM IST

AstraZeneca bets on Kendall Square R&D hub to power next phase of growth

AstraZeneca has opened a major research and development center in Cambridge’s Kendall Square, a move that underscores the drugmaker’s determination to deepen its U.S. innovation footprint and sustain growth well beyond the current decade. The company says the site, backed by more than $1 billion in investment in Massachusetts, is designed to accelerate discovery with advanced automation, robotics and a denser concentration of scientific talent.

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Global Markets & Equities07 Oct 2026, 06:12 AM IST

Euro Hits 17-Month Low as Dollar Gains on Europe Debt Jitters

The euro has fallen to a 17-month low against the U.S. dollar, underscoring renewed investor anxiety over Europe’s growth outlook and fiscal stability. The move has lifted the dollar’s standing in global markets, even as some analysts caution that the selloff reflects stress in Europe rather than a full-blown financial crisis.

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Global Health & Biotech07 Oct 2026, 01:32 AM IST

Young Voters Face Housing Squeeze, But Expect Little Relief From Candidates

In Pennsylvania’s battleground U.S. House districts, housing affordability has emerged as a defining pressure point for younger voters who say rents and home prices are moving out of reach. Yet many do not believe candidates in either party will deliver meaningful relief, underscoring a widening gap between economic anxiety and political trust ahead of the fight for control of Congress.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy06 Oct 2026, 09:55 AM IST

Israeli Media Say Flydubai Co-Pilot Repeatedly Visited Ben Gurion Airport, Planned Crash

Israeli media reported that investigators believe an Omani co-pilot employed by Flydubai repeatedly visited Ben Gurion Airport and may have planned a crash, deepening a fast-moving security inquiry that now spans the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Israel. Authorities are examining alleged preparations, foreign contacts and signs of radicalisation as questioning continues across jurisdictions.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace06 Oct 2026, 05:58 PM IST

U.S. and Indian Army Snipers Train on Long-Range Precision in Yudh Abhyas 2026

U.S. and Indian Army snipers conducted joint long-range marksmanship training in India during Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, firing at targets out to 580 meters with the Indian Army’s Sako TRG rifle chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum. The drill underscored growing tactical interoperability between the two militaries and highlighted a shared emphasis on precision engagement, fieldcraft and modern sniper doctrine.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 04:33 PM IST

Quant Funds Outrun Stocks by Getting Bonds and Oil Right Early

Quantitative hedge funds have outperformed the broader stock market this year by identifying major moves in bonds and oil before many discretionary investors did. Their edge has come from a disciplined mix of early positioning, contrarian signals and rapid model-driven execution, even as traditional equity strategies struggled with uneven growth and shifting central bank expectations.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 04:33 PM IST

Rising Hospital and Drug Costs Are Squeezing U.S. Businesses and Investors

Escalating hospital and pharmaceutical prices are becoming a material burden for American employers, adding pressure to margins, wage planning and benefit budgets at a time when companies are already facing higher operating costs. The issue is moving from a healthcare-policy debate into a broader market concern, with implications for insurers, benefits brokers and publicly traded firms that fund employee coverage.

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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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World Politics & Diplomacy06 Oct 2026, 11:51 AM IST

Spain's Sánchez Gambles Again With Snap Election as Housing Anger Mounts

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called a snap election in a high-risk bid to reset the political calendar and regain momentum after a surge in housing-related protests. The move underscores both his instinct for tactical surprise and the deepening pressure on his government from inflation, affordability concerns and a fragmented parliament.

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Global Health & Biotech06 Oct 2026, 11:01 AM IST

Saudi Arabia Urged to Halt Execution of Man Sentenced Over Facebook Post

Rights advocates are pressing Saudi Arabia to spare Anojan Sivarasa, who faces execution after being convicted of blasphemy over a Facebook comment. The case has renewed scrutiny of the kingdom’s use of capital punishment in speech-related prosecutions and the broader risks faced by online expression in the region.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors06 Oct 2026, 04:09 AM IST

Cable Industry Set to Sue Trump FCC Over Move to Scrap TV Ownership Cap

The U.S. cable industry is preparing to challenge the Trump-era Federal Communications Commission over its plan to repeal the national television ownership cap, arguing the agency lacks authority to erase a limit established by Congress. The dispute could become a major test of how far regulators can go in reshaping broadcast ownership rules without new legislation.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 03:47 AM IST

Aramco Chief Warns Global Oil Stockpiles Are 'Scarily Thin' as Supply Cushion Narrows

Saudi Aramco Chief Executive Amin Nasser has warned that global oil inventories are alarmingly low, saying the market’s buffer against disruption has become “scarily thin.” His remarks underscore a tightening supply backdrop that could keep crude prices volatile and leave consumers and refiners exposed to any further shock. Nasser said rebuilding stockpiles could take around two years, a timeline that highlights how fragile the oil market remains despite recent efforts to stabilise supply.

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World Politics & Diplomacy06 Oct 2026, 02:58 AM IST

UK Threatens to Expel Israeli Diplomats Over Jerusalem Consulate Row

Britain has threatened to expel Israeli diplomats and their families in a sharp escalation over Israel’s reported move to close the UK’s consulate in East Jerusalem, according to multiple reports. The dispute has quickly widened into a test of diplomatic reciprocity, with London signaling it is prepared to answer any closure order with mirror measures against Israeli staff in the UK.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition05 Oct 2026, 09:17 PM IST

DNA, Hunting Pressure, and Forest Expansion Explain Scandinavia’s Aurochs Collapse

A new archaeological and genetic reading of the aurochs’ disappearance from Scandinavia points to a convergence of pressures rather than a single fatal blow. Researchers say changing landscapes, sustained hunting, and population fragility likely combined to drive the wild cattle out of the region as forests spread and human settlement intensified.

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World Politics & Diplomacy05 Oct 2026, 04:50 PM IST

Saudi-Backed Yemeni Forces Launch Bid to Reclaim Houthi-Held Territory

Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces have begun a new military push aimed at retaking territory held by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement, marking a sharp escalation in a conflict that has repeatedly defied diplomatic efforts. The offensive underscores the fragility of Yemen’s front lines and raises the risk of wider regional spillover as both sides signal continued willingness to fight.

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World Politics & Diplomacy05 Oct 2026, 09:48 AM IST

Houthis Claim Strike on Saudi Aramco Site as Yemen Conflict Escalates

Yemen’s Houthi movement said it launched missiles and drones at a Saudi Aramco facility in Riyadh, a claim swiftly rejected by the Saudi-led coalition as misleading. The exchange comes amid intensifying fighting in Yemen and renewed fears that the conflict could again spill across the kingdom’s energy infrastructure and wider regional security.

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World Politics & Diplomacy05 Oct 2026, 03:17 AM IST

Houthis Claim Aramco Strike as Yemen War Widens and Saudi Pressure Mounts

Yemen’s Houthi movement said it carried out an attack on Saudi Aramco facilities as fighting in Yemen intensified and the internationally recognized government announced a major offensive to seize Houthi-held territory. The competing claims underscore how the conflict is again spilling across front lines, with energy infrastructure and regional security at the center of the escalation.

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World Politics & Diplomacy05 Oct 2026, 12:31 AM IST

Saudi-Led Coalition Rejects Houthi Claim of Riyadh Strike as Tensions Flare

The Saudi-led coalition has dismissed as “misleading” a Houthi claim that the Yemeni group struck an Aramco facility near Riyadh with missiles and drones, underscoring the information war that now runs alongside the conflict itself. The denial comes amid renewed cross-border accusations and a broader pattern of escalation in which both sides seek to project reach, resilience, and deterrence.

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India Sports & Cricket04 Oct 2026, 12:37 AM IST

India Defeat Pakistan to Retain Asian Games Cricket Gold in Aichi-Nagoya

India secured a second consecutive Asian Games cricket gold medal after defeating Pakistan in the 2026 final in Aichi-Nagoya, extending its dominance in the continental event. The result adds another high-profile chapter to the India-Pakistan sporting rivalry and strengthens India’s position in the updated medal table at the Games.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 11:50 PM IST

Yemen Declares All-Out War to Reclaim Territory from Houthis as Regional Strikes Escalate

Yemen’s internationally recognized government has announced an all-out campaign to retake territory from the Houthi movement, sharpening a conflict that has already drawn in regional powers and intensified cross-border strikes. The declaration comes as the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition continue exchanging attacks, raising the risk of a broader escalation in one of the world’s most entrenched wars.

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Startups & Venture Capital04 Oct 2026, 02:59 PM IST

Startup Pays New Yorkers to Run Air Conditioners on Free Batteries as Grid Stress Grows

A New York startup is trying to turn household air conditioners into a flexible grid resource by paying residents to power them with free batteries during peak demand. The model, built around distributed storage and consumer incentives, reflects a broader push in big tech and energy infrastructure to make electricity use more software-driven, more resilient, and less dependent on costly grid upgrades.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 02:39 PM IST

Wang Cong Says Her ‘Joker’ Persona Is Meant to Unsettle Natalia Silva Ahead of UFC 332 Title Fight

Wang Cong has rejected criticism that she is unworthy of challenging Natalia Silva for the flyweight world title at UFC 332 on Saturday, arguing that her unconventional persona is part of a broader strategy to unsettle opponents. The Chinese contender said the so-called “joker” image is designed to make rivals feel pressure before the opening bell, adding a psychological layer to an already high-stakes championship bout.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 03:26 AM IST

Newly Released Bodycam Video Shows Luigi Mangione’s Arrest and Gun Discovery

Newly released body-camera footage shows the arrest of Luigi Mangione and a police officer finding a gun in his backpack, adding a vivid new layer to the case surrounding the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The video is likely to intensify scrutiny of the investigation, the timeline of Mangione’s detention, and the evidence prosecutors may rely on as the case moves forward.

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Enterprise Tech, Cloud & AI03 Oct 2026, 05:23 AM IST

Finance Ministry Seeks Banks’ Views on AI Loan Collection Tools as Adoption Remains Uneven

India’s finance ministry has asked banks to share details of their use of artificial intelligence in loan collection, signalling a closer review of how lenders are deploying automation and whether customer-protection safeguards are keeping pace. Early indications suggest most banks are using AI to support borrower engagement and repayment reminders, while only a limited number have moved to conversational AI for collections.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition03 Oct 2026, 02:57 PM IST

Astronomers Rule Out Giant Planet in Nearby Binary System, Sharpening the Search for Habitable Worlds

Astronomers have closed a long-running case around the 70 Ophiuchi binary star system, concluding that a giant planet once suspected there does not exist. The finding matters beyond astronomy: it refines how scientists model planetary formation in multi-star systems, which are among the most common stellar environments in the galaxy and a key frontier in the search for potentially habitable worlds.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Oct 2026, 07:34 AM IST

Russia Plans Bigger War Budget in 2027 as Social Spending Faces Pressure

Russia is preparing for a prolonged war footing in 2027, with draft spending plans pointing to a sharp rise in military outlays and tighter pressure on civilian programs. The budget trajectory suggests President Vladimir Putin is betting that the costs of sustaining the war in Ukraine will remain politically and economically manageable, even as social spending is squeezed.

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World Sports03 Oct 2026, 05:47 AM IST

Buried Lunar Rock May Recast the Moon’s Magnetic Past

A newly studied rock from the Moon’s far side could help resolve one of lunar science’s longest-running mysteries: how the Moon once generated a magnetic field comparable in some respects to Earth’s. Researchers say the sample, returned by China’s Chang’e-6 mission, preserves evidence of an ancient magnetic signal that may point to a hidden volcanic structure and a more dynamic lunar interior than previously assumed.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Oct 2026, 02:56 AM IST

Putin Claims Major Battlefield Gains as ISW Says Russia Lost Ground in September

Russian President Vladimir Putin has portrayed the war in Ukraine as moving in Moscow’s favor, but a new assessment by the Institute for the Study of War says Russian forces actually lost ground in September. The competing narratives underscore a widening gap between Kremlin messaging and battlefield reporting as both sides seek to shape perceptions ahead of another winter campaign.

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Markets, IPOs & WealthJust now (06:30 PM IST)

INOX Air Products Files Draft Papers for IPO, Signalling Fresh Capital Push in Industrial Gases

INOX Air Products has filed draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India for an initial public offering, marking a significant step toward tapping public markets for growth capital. The proposed listing underscores continued investor interest in industrial infrastructure businesses tied to manufacturing, healthcare and electronics supply chains.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (05:46 PM IST)

HDFC Bank appoints ICICI veteran V.N. Srivatsan as chief compliance officer

HDFC Bank has named V.N. Srivatsan, a long-serving ICICI Bank executive, as its Chief Compliance Officer for a three-year term beginning January 4, 2027. The appointment underscores the lender’s emphasis on regulatory discipline, governance depth and continuity in a tightly supervised banking environment.

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