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BusinessPhoto: TOI BusinessOn Dhanteras, a decline in gold prices attracted more shoppers to jewellery stores. Senco Gold & Diamonds saw over 25% sales growth, while Kalyan Jewellers reported a Rs 235 per gram price drop for 22-carat gold, increasing footfall and first-time buyers in cities like Jaipur, Dehradun, and Raipur. Demand for gold and silver coins also rose as symbols of prosperity.
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PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldPetrol samples from major fuel companies in Karnataka contained ethanol blending up to 31.2%, exceeding the mandated 20%, according to Consumer Affairs Minister Rizwan Arshad. The government collected 63 samples across seven districts. State-run oil companies disputed the findings, questioning the testing methods and use of third-party labs. Rizwan Arshad demanded corrective action from the Centre, warning this over-blending could affect 99% of vehicles.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru
EntertainmentPhoto: TOI EntertainmentKris Jenner recalled a shocking incident involving her daughter Khloe Kardashian and Khloe's former husband Lamar Odom. On The Kardashians show, Kris revealed they tracked Lamar to a hotel after learning about his drug use and infidelity. They found around 20 people inside, and Khloe confronted those present during the tense showdown.
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BusinessPhoto: Hindu BusinessOn November 7, 2026, the Centre directed all rice traders, retailers, wholesalers, processors, and millers across India to declare their stocks of rice and paddy under six categories on the Food Stock Portal every Friday. This move follows rising rice prices due to a deficient monsoon. Five southern states—Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana—are allowed to impose stock limits until January 31, 2027, to prevent hoarding.
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SciencePhoto: TOI ScienceRecent research by an international team has ruled out northeast Scotland as the source of Stonehenge's Altar Stone, which weighs about six tonnes. The study found no geological match in the Scottish locations examined, challenging earlier theories. Additionally, previous beliefs about the stone's Welsh origin have been questioned by new geological evidence, narrowing down the possible origins of this ancient stone.
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PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldOn November 1, 1973, around 30,000 people gathered at Bengaluru's Kanteerava Stadium to witness Mysore state become Karnataka. Chief Minister Devaraj Urs unveiled a 10-foot black stone plaque marking the event, featuring Karnataka's map, name in Kannada, the date, and the Gandabherunda emblem. The plaque, a historic relic, is now missing from the stadium where the ceremony took place.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru
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Photo: TOI BusinessOn Dhanteras, a decline in gold prices attracted more shoppers to jewellery stores. Senco Gold & Diamonds saw over 25% sales growth, while Kalyan Jewellers reported a Rs 235 per gram price drop for 22-carat gold, increasing footfall and first-time buyers in cities like Jaipur, Dehradun, and Raipur. Demand for gold and silver coins also rose as symbols of prosperity.
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