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Greater Bengaluru Authority Seeks Objections on Road Network Without Online Maps

The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has invited public suggestions and objections to its proposed road circulation network for the local planning area, allowing 60 days for feedback. Although the state government approved the maps on September 9, the GBA has not yet uploaded these maps online, unlike the Bengaluru Development Authority, making it difficult for citizens to review and file informed objections. Maps are available only at city corporation offices.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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India Completes 21 Strategic PSU Sales in 26 Years with IDBI Bank Deal

The Indian Cabinet approved the strategic sale of IDBI Bank to Fairfax Financial Holdings' subsidiary, marking the 21st privatisation transaction in 26 years. This deal is the largest since Air India's sale in 2022. Key past sales include Modern Food Industries (1999-2000), BALCO, VSNL, Hindustan Zinc, THDC India, and NEEPCO. The IDBI Bank sale highlights ongoing government efforts in PSU privatisation despite long delays.

Business Standard·

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Northwestern Ontario Adopts Permanent Daylight Saving Time from November 1

The Ontario government announced that parts of northwestern Ontario will adopt permanent daylight saving time starting November 1. This change aligns the region with Manitoba, which is also switching to permanent daylight saving time on that date. The move aims to avoid disruptions for businesses, families, and Indigenous communities in Ontario's central time zone.

TOI World··Ontario

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SC Directs MEA to Notify Families of Indian Recruits Dead in Russia-Ukraine War

The Supreme Court of India has ordered the Ministry of External Affairs to issue a public notice inviting families of Indian nationals killed in the Russia-Ukraine war to file compensation claims. Of 267 Indians recruited into Russian forces, 51 are confirmed dead and 77 remain untraced. The court emphasized legal heirs' rights to financial redress and aims to streamline support for affected families.

News18·

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Jio Platforms to Launch India's Largest IPO on October 21

Jio Platforms Ltd, controlled by Reliance Industries and home to Reliance Jio, will launch its IPO on October 21 with a price band of ₹1,065-1,119 per share. The IPO aims to raise up to ₹30,213 crore, valuing the company at about ₹10.3 trillion. It includes up to 270 million equity shares. Subscription closes on October 23, with anchor bidding on October 19. This will surpass Hyundai Motor India's ₹27,800 crore IPO, becoming India's largest.

Business Standard·

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Mitchell Santner Calls for Balanced Pitches in NZ-India Limited-Overs Series

New Zealand white-ball captain Mitchell Santner expressed hope for balanced pitches in the upcoming limited-overs series against India starting October 22. He noted that flat pitches and short boundaries favor batting, as seen in India-West Indies matches in India. Santner emphasized the importance of some assistance for bowlers to ensure competitive games, highlighting that close matches with totals around 180 still offer good cricket.

Deccan Herald·

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