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BusinessPhoto: ET EnergyThe government has barred ethanol made from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup, and B-heavy molasses from the 2026-27 procurement tender by state-run oil companies. This move aims to protect domestic sugar supplies while continuing the nationwide petrol-blending program. The Indian Sugar Mills Association (ISMA) has welcomed this policy to ensure stable sugar availability.
ET Energy·
BusinessPhoto: Amar UjalaThe Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and New Zealand will come into effect on October 20, 2026. This new trade pact marks the beginning of enhanced business relations between the two countries, aiming to boost trade and economic cooperation. The agreement is expected to benefit the general public by facilitating easier trade and potentially lowering costs of goods and services exchanged between India and New Zealand.
Amar Ujala·
TechnologyPhoto: Hindu TechApple has announced its 'Pro and Tell' event scheduled for next week. The announcement was made by Greg “Joz” Joswiak, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. A teaser video featuring the Apple logo was released but did not specify the products to be unveiled. Analysts expect a new MacBook Pro with an OLED display and touchscreen features.
Hindu Tech··New York City
WorldPhoto: Aaj TakOn Vijayadashami in Delhi, effigies of Ravana ranging from 221 feet to 75 feet tall have been installed at various locations. These effigies depict social evils such as fake medicines, MRP exploitation, and pollution. The celebrations highlight these issues symbolically through the effigies burned during Dussehra.
Aaj Tak··Delhi
BusinessPhoto: Mint CompaniesCloudera, a California-based company, agreed to a $2 million settlement over allegations of discrimination against US workers. The settlement includes $1.4 million in back pay and $600,000 in penalties. Additionally, Cloudera faces a two-year ban from the PERM green card program as part of the agreement with the Trump administration.
Mint Companies·
BusinessPhoto: Aaj TakLIC has introduced three new policies: New Jeevan Dhara-II, Health Shield, and New Cancer Cover. These plans offer benefits such as lifetime annuity payments, fixed amounts for hospitalisation, and insurance payouts for different stages of cancer. The new offerings aim to provide comprehensive financial security for health and life risks.
Aaj Tak·
ET Energy·
Photo: ET EnergyThe government has barred ethanol made from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup, and B-heavy molasses from the 2026-27 procurement tender by state-run oil companies. This move aims to protect domestic sugar supplies while continuing the nationwide petrol-blending program. The Indian Sugar Mills Association (ISMA) has welcomed this policy to ensure stable sugar availability.
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