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BusinessPhoto: The Economic Times

Bajaj Finance Q2 Net Profit Rises 29% to Rs 6,367 Crore

Bajaj Finance reported a 29% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit for Q2, reaching Rs 6,367 crore. Net interest income (NII) also rose by 24%, driven by strong loan growth. Following the robust Q2 performance, the company has raised its growth outlook for FY27. Analysts like Motilal Oswal have set targets reflecting confidence in Bajaj Finance's financial health.

The Economic Times·

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HealthPhoto: Amar Ujala

West Bengal Deploys Doctors at Five Major Kolkata Durga Puja Pandals

Following a stampede that caused 19 deaths, West Bengal's health department has decided to station doctors at five major Durga Puja pandals in Kolkata for immediate medical assistance. From October 19 to 21, medical officers and assistant professor-rank doctors will be on duty from 5 PM to 6 AM. Leaves of doctors, health workers, and administrative officials have been canceled, and IAS officers on leave have been called back.

Amar Ujala··Kolkata

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Jio IPO GMP Rises 22% Ahead of October 21 Opening

Jio's IPO is priced between Rs 1,065 and Rs 1,119 per share and will open for subscription on October 21, closing on October 23. The grey market premium has risen to 22%, indicating a likely listing price of Rs 1,364 per share at the upper price band. This marks India's largest-ever IPO issue.

ET Markets·

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EntertainmentPhoto: TOI Entertainment

Suriya and Nazriya Nazim Star in 'Aeroplane' Song from 'Scene'

The filmmakers of Suriya's upcoming action-comedy 'Scene' released the second song, 'Aeroplane,' featuring Suriya and Nazriya Nazim. The romantic track highlights their on-screen chemistry and Suriya's character's playful determination to be close to Nazriya's character, Maya. Directed by Jithu Madhavan, 'Scene' is set for worldwide release on November 6, 2026.

TOI Entertainment·

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Mohan Bhagwat Blames Human Error for Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that human error, not nature, caused the deadly stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata that killed 19 people on October 17. Speaking at Vijayadashami celebrations in Nagpur, he linked similar incidents in Nepal to environmental damage caused by monopolistic power. The stampede occurred amid heavy crowds and rainfall during Maha Saptami.

News18··Kolkata

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Tiger Shroff Firing Case: Police Increase Actor's Security, Question Suspect's Friend

In the Tiger Shroff firing case, police have increased security for the actor following the incident. The investigation has intensified, with the police also focusing on Sameer, a friend of the main accused, Rehan. Authorities are questioning Sameer as part of their probe to uncover more details about the case in Mumbai.

Amar Ujala··Mumbai

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