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BusinessPhoto: TOI BusinessOn October 31, the Centre removed the Rs 2.5 per litre export duty on petrol. Meanwhile, excise duties on high-speed diesel and aviation turbine fuel were increased. Diesel duty rose from Rs 8.5 to Rs 11.5 per litre, and aviation turbine fuel duty increased from Rs 10.5 to Rs 11 per litre, reflecting a shift in fuel taxation policy.
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PoliticsPhoto: NDTVJammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, 56, married journalist Nidhi Razdan, 49, in a private ceremony in Srinagar. The couple announced their marriage on social media on October 31, 2026. The event was attended by close family members, including Abdullah's parents Farooq and Mollie Abdullah, and Razdan's parents MK and Sarla Razdan. Abdullah shared photos with the caption, "A new journey began yesterday."
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SciencePhoto: NDTV BusinessElon Musk reacted with a single word to reports about cockroach milk, a substance produced by Pacific beetle cockroaches. This unusual milk has drawn scientific attention due to its high protein concentration, sparking discussions about its potential as a future superfood.
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PoliticsPhoto: Aaj TakThe Unity Day parade started at 5 PM in Ekta Nagar, featuring 15 grand and diverse tableaux. Around 5,000 artists are performing cultural presentations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address the gathering shortly, marking the occasion of National Unity Day.
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TechnologyPhoto: NDTV TechThe MacBook Pro M6 starts at Rs. 2,39,900 in India for the 14-inch model with 16GB unified memory and 1TB SSD. It offers faster processing, graphics, and AI performance compared to the MacBook Pro M5, which has a lower starting price. This comparison highlights key differences to help buyers decide between the two models.
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BusinessPhoto: ET MarketsNTPC reported a 14% year-on-year increase in standalone net profit to Rs 5,320 crore in Q2 FY27. Operational revenue rose 16.8% compared to the same quarter last year. The company declared an interim dividend of Rs 3 per share and plans to boost capital expenditure on pumped storage projects to support growth.
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Photo: TOI BusinessOn October 31, the Centre removed the Rs 2.5 per litre export duty on petrol. Meanwhile, excise duties on high-speed diesel and aviation turbine fuel were increased. Diesel duty rose from Rs 8.5 to Rs 11.5 per litre, and aviation turbine fuel duty increased from Rs 10.5 to Rs 11 per litre, reflecting a shift in fuel taxation policy.
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