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Italy Deploys Heavy Security Amid Violent Protests Over Living Costs

On Saturday, protests against the war and rising living costs erupted across major Italian cities including Turin, Rome, and Bologna, leading to clashes with police. Authorities deployed heavy security, with shops closing as a precaution. Milan saw largely peaceful demonstrations with around 3,000 protesters. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government approved tougher security measures, resulting in searches and arrests before the rallies.

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DeVonta Smith to Miss Week 7 Eagles vs Cowboys Game

DeVonta Smith will miss the Philadelphia Eagles' Week 7 game against the Dallas Cowboys due to a recurring hamstring injury. Smith has struggled with this issue since training camp and has already missed three games this season. Eagles coach Nick Sirianni praised Smith's dedication to recovery but confirmed the receiver will not play Monday night.

HT Sports··Philadelphia

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Houthis Attack Naval Base and Military Camp in Aden Amid Saudi Strikes

Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for an attack on a naval base and a military camp in Aden, the interim seat of Yemen’s internationally recognized government. The group targeted Saudi forces at Al-Nasr camp and the naval base, both reportedly overseen by Saudi personnel. The attack followed Saudi airstrikes and missile interceptions in western Saudi cities Taif and Yanbu, escalating hostilities in the region.

Firstpost World··Aden

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IRDAI Extends Feedback Deadline for Distribution Reforms to October 31

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has extended the deadline for submitting comments on its consultation paper regarding distribution reforms to October 31. The consultation has received over 650 responses so far. The extension aims to encourage wider participation from stakeholders and the public. LIC agents and brokers have expressed concerns over the proposed reforms, fearing economic unsustainability.

Hindu Business··Hyderabad

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Taiwan Ambassador Praises 'Dhurandhar' at Taiwan Film Festival

Mumin Chen, Taiwan's representative in India, praised the film 'Dhurandhar' at the Taiwan Film Festival in New Delhi. He called it the most impressive film he saw last year and admired actors Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan for their impactful performances. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film stars Ranveer Singh as an Indian spy in Pakistan and has been a box office success domestically and internationally.

TOI Entertainment··New Delhi

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BMTC Raises Employee Accident Insurance Cover to Rs 1 Crore

The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has increased accident insurance compensation for its employees from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1 crore. The new three-year agreement with Union Bank of India, signed on October 8, provides enhanced compensation for accidental death and disability. Employees with salary accounts at Union Bank will receive varying benefits based on salary, including Rs 5-10 lakh for natural death and up to Rs 1 crore for disability.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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