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BusinessPhoto: ET MarketsChinese stocks declined as AI-related shares weakened and mixed inflation data raised concerns about domestic demand. The CSI300 index fell, while energy and consumer staples stocks gained due to rising oil prices. Technology shares remained under pressure. HSBC lowered year-end targets for major Chinese indexes, highlighting ongoing market uncertainty.
ET Markets·
PoliticsPhoto: Times of IndiaOpposition leaders criticized the Centre for arresting Cockroach Janta Party leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, who were sent to five days of judicial custody after protesting at Jantar Mantar against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee called it "BJP’s new Pakistanified Bharat," while Rahul Gandhi called the jailing of young protesters waving the Tricolour an "act of cowardice."
Times of India··New Delhi
TechnologyPhoto: Firstpost TechA humanoid robot was seized by police in Cologne, Germany, after allegedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl. The incident has raised concerns about robot safety, human control, and legal responsibility. It has sparked debate on whether machines can be held accountable for crimes or if liability lies with their human operators.
Firstpost Tech··Cologne
BusinessPhoto: Amar BusinessIndia's wholesale inflation rate rose sharply from 9.92% in August to 11.39% in September 2026. The increase is driven by rising prices of fuel, electricity, and food items, heating up the wholesale market. This surge in inflation is expected to directly impact consumer expenses across the country.
Amar Business·
PoliticsPhoto: Amar UjalaThe Uttar Pradesh government has significantly increased women's participation in the police force, raising the number of female officers from around 10,000 in 2017 to over 44,000 today. Measures like women beat policing, pink patrolling, and help desks operate across districts. Three women PAC battalions are formed, with five more underway. The government also created the 'Anti-Romeo Squad' to curb harassment in public spaces, reinforcing its commitment to women's safety.
Amar Ujala··Uttar Pradesh
EntertainmentPhoto: News18Hi EntertainmentThe first three quarters of 2026 have revealed surprising box office results. Films like 'Dhurandhar 2' and 'Border 2' created a storm, while the low-budget film 'Hanuman Ansh,' based on Neem Karoli Baba's life, amazed everyone by earning over 400 crore worldwide. It has held a strong position on the list for 69 days.
News18Hi Entertainment·
ET Markets·
Photo: ET MarketsChinese stocks declined as AI-related shares weakened and mixed inflation data raised concerns about domestic demand. The CSI300 index fell, while energy and consumer staples stocks gained due to rising oil prices. Technology shares remained under pressure. HSBC lowered year-end targets for major Chinese indexes, highlighting ongoing market uncertainty.
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