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BusinessCotton yarn prices have surged nearly 60%, rising from about ₹250 per kg in early 2026 to nearly ₹400 per kg now. This sharp increase is pressuring textile manufacturers, especially those producing fabrics and garments. The industry has submitted a proposal to the textiles ministry, which is currently reviewing the measure to ensure adequate domestic supplies.
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WorldAn Indigo flight (6E925) from Patna to Lucknow carrying 104 passengers and 6 crew faced a severe lightning strike at about 17,000 feet. The lightning caused damage to the aircraft's nose cone, which was crushed. Despite the incident during bad weather, all 110 people on board were safely protected by the aircraft's technology.
News18 Hindi··Patna
HealthDiabetics must carefully choose breakfast foods to prevent early morning blood sugar spikes caused by disrupted insulin function and sensitivity to carbs and sugars. Nutrition expert Tanay Mandowara advises on three foods to eat and three to avoid for better blood sugar control. Proper breakfast choices help reduce risks of complications like organ damage and support overall diabetes management.
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WorldAn IndiGo flight 6E 625 from Patna to Lucknow was struck by lightning at 17,000 feet and made an emergency landing in Lucknow. The aircraft's nose was damaged, but all 104 passengers and six crew members landed safely. The plane arrived eight minutes early and has been grounded pending a DGCA investigation. It will resume operations after maintenance and regulatory clearance.
DNA India··Lucknow
SportsBaltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey met President Donald Trump at an event in Sparrows Point, Maryland, where Trump announced a new submarine shipyard in Baltimore County. Humphrey shared a video joking about Trump and revealed plans to vote for the first time. Trump praised Humphrey as a great player and leader during his speech about the Ravens.
HT Sports··Sparrows Point
PoliticsYouTuber Dhruv Rathee joined the Cockroach Janata Party's protest in Bengaluru against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The party has announced plans for a larger demonstration in Delhi on October 10 to continue opposing the SIR policy. This marks a growing movement against the government's revision strategy.
DNA India··Bengaluru
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Cotton yarn prices have surged nearly 60%, rising from about ₹250 per kg in early 2026 to nearly ₹400 per kg now. This sharp increase is pressuring textile manufacturers, especially those producing fabrics and garments. The industry has submitted a proposal to the textiles ministry, which is currently reviewing the measure to ensure adequate domestic supplies.
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