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Karnataka Finds 33,547 Voters Ineligible After 42.29 Lakh Hearings

In Karnataka's special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, 33,547 voters were found ineligible after 42.29 lakh physical hearings. The draft rolls published on August 24 included 4.46 crore voters, with 43.82 lakh notices issued for anomalies. Over 1.50 lakh notices remain pending, and the Election Commission has shifted from physical hearings to house visits for verification since September 26.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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PoliticsPhoto: NDTV World

Houthi Warns US of Painful Response if Entering Yemen War

The Yemen civil war, involving a Saudi-led coalition supporting the government against Iran-backed Houthis, reignited in July. The conflict is part of a broader regional crisis affecting energy markets and destabilizing the Middle East. The Houthis have warned the US of a painful response if it intervenes in the war.

NDTV World·

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BusinessPhoto: TOI Business

Lakshmi Venu and Mallika Srinivasan Say Economic Settlement Unresolved

Lakshmi Venu and Mallika Srinivasan have stated that the economic settlement within the Venu Srinivasan family remains unresolved, contradicting reports of asset division. They clarified that no agreement on dividing economic interests has been reached, distinguishing this from the broader TVS family partition completed in 2020. Venu Srinivasan emphasized his intent to give the next generation full ownership and control of the businesses.

TOI Business··Chennai

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Top 10 Blue-Chip Firms' Market Cap Share Hits 10-Year Low

India's top 10 blue-chip companies have seen their market capitalisation share fall to about 17.65% as of October 9, marking a decade low. This decline is due to sustained selling by foreign portfolio investors and underperformance of large-cap stocks. Meanwhile, domestic investment flows support the broader market, with smaller companies outperforming large caps.

ET Markets·

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India-UK Trade Pact to Start Annual Data Audits from 2026

India and the UK will begin exchanging annual data on tariff concession usage starting July 15, 2026, one year after their trade pact takes effect. This data exchange aims to identify implementation challenges and assist more businesses in accessing preferential duties under the agreement.

NDTV Business·

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Mutual Fund Investments Reach ₹38,306 Crore; SIP Hits Record High

Despite market volatility and global uncertainty, domestic retail investors continue to trust mutual funds. In September 2026, net investments in equity mutual fund schemes rose 30.6% to ₹38,306 crore, led by record inflows into small-cap funds. Monthly SIP investments also hit a historic high of ₹32,490 crore. Total assets under management reached ₹82.64 lakh crore by September-end, with small and mid-cap funds accounting for about 44% of equity inflows.

Amar Business·

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