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Around 1,000 Ex-Flipkart Employees Seek Stock Option Liquidity from Walmart

Nearly 1,000 former employees of Flipkart and its group companies have petitioned the boards of Walmart and Flipkart for clarity on the ecommerce firm's IPO timeline. They seek liquidity for their vested employee stock options, which remain locked due to listing uncertainties. The petition, dated October 10, gathered over 500 signatures within 24 hours and includes former staff from Flipkart, Myntra, Cleartrip, Shopsy, Supermoney, and ANS.

Business Standard·

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PoliticsPhoto: Economic Times

Delhi Metro Closes Six Stations Amid Congress Protest

Delhi Metro will close entry and exit at six stations from 6 am to 4 pm due to security concerns linked to a planned Congress protest. Delhi Traffic Police warned of traffic disruptions and road diversions in Central Delhi. Commuters are advised to plan for possible delays. Security agencies will monitor the situation and provide updates throughout the day.

Economic Times··Delhi

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WorldPhoto: The Hindu

Noted Architect N.M. Salim Passes Away at 77

N.M. Salim, a renowned architect known for designing major commercial and public buildings across Kerala and other South Indian states, passed away at 77 in Kozhikode. He died at Baby Memorial Hospital after a stroke. Founder of N.M. Salim Associates, his notable works include Hotel Le Méridien Kochi, Lulu Convention Centre Thrissur, Kozhikode Central Library, Port Blair Airport, Cyberparks in Kozhikode and Kannur, and several hospitals and stadiums.

The Hindu··Kozhikode

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PoliticsPhoto: Hindustan Times

Tukaram Mundhe appointed secretary of Maharashtra MPSC reform panel

The Maharashtra government formed a committee to recommend reforms in the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC), appointing FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe as secretary. The panel, headed by former Bombay High Court judge Dilip Bhosale, includes IPS officer Laxmi Gautam and others. It aims to complete its work within 60 days. The move followed a 10-day protest by aspirants in Pune. NCP MLA Rohit Pawar welcomed Mundhe's inclusion, hoping for independent functioning.

Hindustan Times··Pune

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Flash Flood Destroys 40 Houses, 6 Bridges in Nepal's Manaslu

A flash flood struck Nepal's Manaslu trekking region early Sunday, destroying nearly 40 houses, six bridges, and hydropower infrastructure. Up to 10 people are reported missing, and over 150 foreign tourists remain stranded in the area due to the disaster.

Times of India·

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Houthi Attacks on Riyadh Airport Raise War Concerns

Yemen's Houthis intensified attacks on Saudi Arabia by targeting Riyadh's main airport, causing significant casualties and increasing pressure on Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This escalation threatens the collapse of a previous truce and raises fears of potential US intervention. The ongoing conflict also tests Saudi Arabia's relations with its allies amid rising hostilities.

Economic Times··Riyadh

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