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Giant Sensitive Plant Threatens 4.6 Million Hectares in Australia

The giant sensitive plant, Mimosa pigra, was introduced to Australia's Northern Territory in the late 1800s as an ornamental curiosity. It now affects 140,000 hectares, about 10% of the territory's wetlands, and threatens up to 4.6 million hectares nationwide. The spiny shrub can grow up to 6 meters high and forms dense, thorny thickets, impacting 15 catchments and three islands in the Top End region.

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BusinessPhoto: Amar Ujala

India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement Takes Effect from October 20, 2026

The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and New Zealand will come into effect on October 20, 2026. This new trade pact marks the beginning of enhanced business relations between the two countries, aiming to boost trade and economic cooperation. The agreement is expected to benefit the general public by facilitating easier trade and potentially lowering costs of goods and services exchanged between India and New Zealand.

Amar Ujala·

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Apple Announces 'Pro and Tell' Event Next Week

Apple has announced its 'Pro and Tell' event scheduled for next week. The announcement was made by Greg “Joz” Joswiak, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. A teaser video featuring the Apple logo was released but did not specify the products to be unveiled. Analysts expect a new MacBook Pro with an OLED display and touchscreen features.

Hindu Tech··New York City

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Dussehra Effigies from 221-ft Ravana to 30-ft Cockroach in Delhi

On Vijayadashami in Delhi, effigies of Ravana ranging from 221 feet to 75 feet tall have been installed at various locations. These effigies depict social evils such as fake medicines, MRP exploitation, and pollution. The celebrations highlight these issues symbolically through the effigies burned during Dussehra.

Aaj Tak··Delhi

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Cloudera Settles Discrimination Suit, Pays $2M, Faces 2-Year PERM Ban

Cloudera, a California-based company, agreed to a $2 million settlement over allegations of discrimination against US workers. The settlement includes $1.4 million in back pay and $600,000 in penalties. Additionally, Cloudera faces a two-year ban from the PERM green card program as part of the agreement with the Trump administration.

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LIC Launches 3 New Plans Covering Lifetime Pension and Cancer

LIC has introduced three new policies: New Jeevan Dhara-II, Health Shield, and New Cancer Cover. These plans offer benefits such as lifetime annuity payments, fixed amounts for hospitalisation, and insurance payouts for different stages of cancer. The new offerings aim to provide comprehensive financial security for health and life risks.

Aaj Tak·

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