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TechnologyPhoto: News18 HindiThe Indian telecom department announced the implementation of a SIM binding system starting next year. This security measure links SIM cards to specific mobile devices to prevent misinformation and online fraud. After enforcement, SIM cards cannot be used to access WhatsApp or other messaging apps on different devices, enhancing user security.
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EntertainmentPhoto: News18 HindiTinku, a folk singer from Nayagaon in flood-affected Begusarai, Bihar, began his singing career in 1993-94 by performing Ramdhuni for free. At that time, devotional events did not pay singers. Gradually, demand for his singing grew at weddings, Mundan, Janeu, and other ceremonies, increasing his earnings and recognition.
News18 Hindi··Begusarai
WorldPhoto: NDTVNagpur Police arrested 35-year-old Aditya Gupta for running a sextortion racket from Maharashtra. Gupta targeted wealthy men via dating apps like Mika by recruiting vulnerable women, paying them Rs 4 lakh or more to create profiles and extort money through false harassment complaints. The syndicate attempted to extort Rs 3 crore from a victim. Over 400 explicit videos were recovered, and investigations continue.
NDTV··Nagpur
SportsPhoto: Times of IndiaIndia secured a thrilling four-wicket win over New Zealand in the second T20I at Christchurch, leading the series 2-0. After a shaky middle order, Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy played crucial roles in the successful chase. Naman Dhir's quick 31 runs also helped stabilize the innings during the match.
Times of India··Christchurch
BusinessPhoto: Mint MarketsMK Sons Fine Jewels Ltd has set a price band of ₹153 to ₹162 per share for its ₹275.4 crore IPO, opening for subscription from October 28 to 30. Anchor investor bidding is on October 27. The IPO includes a fresh issue of 1.36 crore shares and an offer for sale of 34 lakh shares by promoter Ramchand Murlidhar Raimalani. Proceeds will fund showroom expansion in Maharashtra and Gujarat, debt repayment, and general corporate needs. Shares will list on BSE and NSE.
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PoliticsPhoto: Deccan HeraldThe Allahabad High Court has scheduled a hearing two weeks from Saturday on a writ petition challenging senior Congress leader Rajeev Shukla's Rajya Sabha membership. The petition, filed by Aligarh resident Pradeep Singh, alleges discrepancies in Shukla's date of birth across official documents and election affidavits. It seeks an FIR registration and a CBI probe. Multiple authorities, including the Election Commission and BCCI, are parties to the plea.
Deccan Herald··Prayagraj
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Photo: News18 HindiThe Indian telecom department announced the implementation of a SIM binding system starting next year. This security measure links SIM cards to specific mobile devices to prevent misinformation and online fraud. After enforcement, SIM cards cannot be used to access WhatsApp or other messaging apps on different devices, enhancing user security.
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