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India Inc Sees 58% Drop in Consumer Sector Deal Value

India's consumer and retail sector experienced a 58% decline in deal value during the September quarter of 2026. The first nine months recorded 353 deals worth $3.26 billion, reflecting cautious investment strategies. Personal care brands attracted significant investments, showing a preference for premium products. Public markets contributed more than M&A and PE/VC deals. Future demand may vary due to weather impacts on rural consumption.

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PoliticsPhoto: Amar Ujala

FIR Filed Against Mallikarjun Kharge in Patna for Insulting PM Modi's Father

An FIR has been registered against Mallikarjun Kharge in Patna for making insulting remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's father. The complaint alleges that Kharge's comments were disrespectful and have led to legal action. This incident has sparked controversy and legal proceedings in the city of Patna.

Amar Ujala··Patna

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WorldPhoto: Deccan Herald

GBA Invites Ideas to Redesign Bengaluru’s Public Spaces

The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has invited designers, architects, artists, students, and citizens to submit ideas to improve Bengaluru’s streets and public spaces. Selected proposals will be showcased at Bengaluru Jatre in December and may be implemented by city corporations. The initiative seeks affordable, inclusive, and durable designs for streetlights, bus stops, benches, medians, bins, signboards, and neighborhood identities, including improvements for a 500-metre city stretch.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Bengaluru Fixes E-Khata Portal Issue for Older Properties

The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) resolved a technical glitch in its e-khata portal that prevented uploading encumbrance certificates (ECs) for properties registered before April 1, 2004. This fix has eased delays in property transactions, allowing owners to complete documentation online. Residents praised the contactless system for speeding up processes and reducing corruption, with users like CN Kumar confirming smooth uploads.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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PM Modi Warns of Cyber Threats to India's Banking System

Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned that cyberattacks on India's banking system could threaten the country's economic security. Speaking at the inauguration of RBI's new Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, he stressed that modern warfare includes economic attacks. Modi highlighted the need for vigilance, modern infrastructure, and skilled professionals to protect India's growing economy from cyber looters and terrorists.

DNA India··Bhubaneswar

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Kaggalipura Residents Protest in Gunny Sacks Demanding Highway Bypass

Residents of Kaggalipura and members of Karnataka Rajya Raitha Hitarakshana Sangha protested by begging in torn gunny sacks on village roads, demanding a bypass on National Highway 948. The protest highlights frequent accidents and fatalities on Kanakapura Road. They criticized local officials, including MP Shobha Karandlaje and CM DK Shivakumar, for inaction despite recent deaths and called for urgent safety measures and inspections.

Deccan Herald··Kaggalipura

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