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India Caps Trade Margins on 137 Cancer Drugs at 30%

India has capped trade margins on 137 cancer medicines, including patented drugs like pembrolizumab, ribociclib, and abemaciclib, at 30% over the first point of sale cost. This move aims to balance affordability with quality care. The Supreme Court highlighted concerns about excessive mark-ups and stressed the need for transparent billing and sustainable healthcare economics beyond just price caps.

Deccan Herald·

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PoliticsPhoto: HT World

Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro Neck-and-Neck in Brazil Presidential Runoff

In Brazil's presidential runoff, right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro narrowly led President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva with 50.02% to 49.98% after over 20% of votes were counted. The vote count was paused by a Supreme Court order due to transportation issues in Bahia, causing confusion. Bolsonaro's win would continue right-wing gains, while Lula's fourth term would resist US influence in Latin America.

HT World·

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SciencePhoto: News18 Hindi

Earthquake Felt from Jammu and Kashmir to Delhi with Epicenter in Afghanistan

A strong earthquake with a magnitude above 5 struck Afghanistan, causing tremors felt from Jammu and Kashmir to Delhi in India. The seismic activity was also reported in Pakistan and Tajikistan. The event has been confirmed recently, with updates continuing as more information becomes available.

News18 Hindi·

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Family Feud, Not Terror, Behind Bengaluru IED Blast; 3 Arrested

Bengaluru Police arrested three men linked to an IED blast in Fraser Town on October 20 that injured two people. The blast was caused by a personal feud between Zahidul Hussain Barbhuiya and his uncle Alaudin M over land, finances, and a cancelled wedding. The suspects, all from Assam's Hailakandi district, conspired to trigger the explosion, police said.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Serbia's Vucic Concedes as Student Movement Wins Election

Aleksandar Vucic, Serbia's long-time leader, conceded defeat in the parliamentary elections as a student-backed opposition movement won. Tens of thousands celebrated in the capital, Belgrade, flooding the streets and halting traffic on Sunday night.

TOI World··Belgrade

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PCB Demands $24 Lakh for NOCs, Pakistani Players Stuck in Kathmandu

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has sparked controversy by demanding $25,000 per player for No Objection Certificates (NOCs) just before the Nepal Premier League. Several Pakistani players are stranded in Kathmandu without NOCs. Following issues with the US league, PCB's stance is causing distress for franchises and players in Nepal, despite promises of a new central contract.

News18Hi Sports··Kathmandu

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