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HDFC Life Reports 14% Profit Rise in September Quarter

HDFC Life Insurance posted a 14% increase in standalone net profit to ₹508 crore for the September quarter, up from ₹447 crore a year earlier. Net premium income rose 16% to ₹21,727 crore. The value of new business margin expanded to 24.7%, with new business value growing 12% to ₹2,040 crore. The solvency ratio improved to 180%. The board approved raising ₹500 crore via subordinated non-convertible debentures.

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Shraddha Dubey Traced to Dang, Nepal in Shiva Sharma Case

In the suspicious death case of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma, main accused Shraddha Dubey is reportedly traced to Dang district, Nepal. Clues include a Scorpio found in Rupaidha parking, Nepalese CCTV footage, and her alleged last location in a hotel in Dang. Questions remain about her whereabouts and when the mystery of Shiva's death will be solved.

Aaj Tak··Dang

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EntertainmentPhoto: News18 Movies

Ranabaali Review: Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika's Film Tests Patience

Ranabaali, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, released on October 16. Early reviews describe the film as slow and testing viewers' patience despite strong performances by the lead actors. The screenplay and narration were criticized for lacking emotional connection and being lifeless. Production design was praised, but the background music and pacing were seen as major drawbacks, making the film a tedious watch overall.

News18 Movies·

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TechnologyPhoto: Hindustan Times

CEEW's New CEO James Abraham Sees Climate as Business Opportunity

James Abraham became CEO of the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) in August 2023, succeeding founder Arunabha Ghosh. An entrepreneur and strategist, Abraham co-founded SolarArise and founded Mynzo Carbon, focusing on solar power and nature-based investments using AI. Ahead of COP31, he emphasized India's ambitious climate goals and the potential to grow by treating climate action as a business opportunity.

Hindustan Times·

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Google Warns of China-Linked Hackers Exploiting BeyondTrust Flaw

Google warned organizations about a critical vulnerability in BeyondTrust Remote Support appliances that could be widely exploited. The flaw allows attackers to access credentials, upload files, and control hosts. A China-linked group, Armory Castle, exploited the bug in August before it was publicly known. Google urges swift patching or mitigation to prevent further attacks.

ET Tech·

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Reliance Jio IPO Launches with ₹1,065-₹1,119 Price Band

Reliance Jio Platforms is launching its IPO from October 21 to 23, with a price band of ₹1,065 to ₹1,119 per share. The IPO aims to raise ₹28,755 to ₹30,213 crore. Eligible employees get a ₹54 discount per share, and shareholders had a ₹2,500 crore reservation, though the record date for shareholder eligibility has passed. Investors are evaluating if buying Reliance Industries shares before the listing is beneficial.

Mint Markets·

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