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Judi Dench Reveals Vision Loss Ends Her Acting Career

Judi Dench, aged 91, has disclosed that worsening eyesight due to age-related macular degeneration has made it impossible for her to act on stage, in films, or even read. On BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, the Oscar-winning actress said she struggles to recognize faces and missed seeing bluebells this summer, highlighting the daily challenges she faces since her 2012 diagnosis.

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China Advances Engineered Water Exports with New Technology

China is shifting from natural spring water to engineered, purified water products using advanced filtration and mineral reintroduction. This industrial approach addresses water scarcity and environmental concerns domestically while boosting China's global market share. Instead of exporting bottled water, China is exporting water purification machinery, with exports surpassing two billion dollars and showing strong growth, transforming the global beverage and industrial water landscape.

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Sri Lanka Beats England by Two Wickets in Tri-Series ODI

Sri Lanka defeated England by two wickets in a tri-series one-day international cricket match in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on October 22, 2026. England's Harry Brook scored a record-fast double century off 116 balls, helping England post 429-4, their fourth highest ODI score. However, Sri Lanka achieved the second-highest successful run chase in ODI history to win the match.

Hindu Sport··Rawalpindi

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PM Modi Warns of Weaponised Trade, Technology, and Sea Routes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at the NDTV World Summit 2026 in New Delhi, highlighted the changing global order and the struggle of international institutions like the UN to keep pace. He warned that trade, technology, and sea routes are being weaponised, referencing conflicts such as the US-Iran war. Modi cited Chanakya's mantra on 'Matsya Nyaya' to stress the need for a system preventing the strong from overpowering the weak, positioning India as a stabilising force during crises like the Covid-19 pandemic.

NDTV Business··New Delhi

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Gujarat Bars Unauthorized Entry of Parents, Outsiders in Schools

Gujarat's BJP government has issued a circular barring unauthorized entry of outsiders, including parents, into nearly 45,000 state-run schools. The circular requires prior written permission for entry and prohibits photography, recording, and live-streaming on school premises. The move aims to prevent unauthorized individuals causing fear among children and cites Article 21 of the Constitution to protect children's rights and privacy.

Deccan Herald··Ahmedabad

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India to Enforce SIM-Binding for Messaging Apps from 2027

India's government will implement SIM-binding rules for messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal starting January 1, 2027. The Department of Telecommunications mandates linking user accounts to the active SIM used for registration by December 31, 2026, to curb cyber fraud involving Indian mobile numbers. This will replace current OTP verification and may disrupt users who frequently change SIMs or use Wi-Fi-only devices.

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