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Karnataka HC: Criminal Prosecution Not for Financial Recovery Without Prima Facie Offence

The Karnataka High Court ruled that criminal prosecution cannot be used to recover financial liabilities unless the basic elements of a criminal offence are prima facie established. Justice Suraj Govindaraj quashed proceedings initiated by State Bank of India against petitioner Pritesh Bari, who took a loan for an apartment under a tripartite agreement with a builder. The complaint alleged the builder sold the property without bank consent while the Rs 39.92 lakh loan remained unpaid, accusing breach of trust and misappropriation.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Business

HDFC Bank ADRs Rise 3% After Anup Bagchi Named MD & CEO

HDFC Bank American Depository Receipts (ADRs) rose nearly 3% pre-market on October 2 after Anup Bagchi was appointed Managing Director and CEO, following RBI approval. Bagchi's three-year term starts October 27, 2026. The bank's board approved his appointment as Additional Director from October 2, 2026, pending shareholder approval. Bagchi is noted for his retail banking and technology expertise.

NDTV Business·

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Technology

Fed's Lisa Cook Warns AI Could Raise Inflation Risks by 2027

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook identified artificial intelligence as a key inflationary risk by 2027. She joined a unanimous Fed vote last month to raise the policy rate by 0.25% to help bring inflation back to the 2% target. Inflation measured by the Fed was 3.4% in August, remaining above target for over five and a half years.

ET Tech·

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World

Ancient 10th Century Jain Boundary Stone Found in Naganwadi

An ancient Jain boundary stone dating back to the 10th century CE was discovered near Naganwadi village in Chandgad taluk, Maharashtra, close to the Karnataka border. Unearthed during road construction, the three-foot tall stone was identified by historian Dr. Bahubali Handur. It is linked to the Rattas of Savadatti who ruled the region and used such stones to mark kingdom boundaries. The Archaeology Department will study the artifact further.

Deccan Herald··Naganwadi

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World

flydubai Suspends Tel Aviv Flights After Cockpit Incident

flydubai has temporarily suspended flights to Tel Aviv after flight FZ 1073, a Boeing 787 MAX 8, plunged 14,300 feet over northern Saudi Arabia on September 30. The plane safely landed in Tabuk after two pilots traveling as passengers took control when the captain opened the cockpit door. All 172 onboard are safe. The captain returned to the UAE after medical clearance. The CEO praised the crew's professionalism during the incident.

HT World··Tabuk

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Health

FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe Defends Actions Amid Bribery Claims

FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe responded to Sanjay Raut's corruption allegations in an exclusive interview. He defended his strict enforcement of food safety regulations, emphasizing transparency and a zero-tolerance policy towards wrongdoing. Mundhe also announced that infant nutrition will be the FDA's next enforcement focus, aiming to enhance food safety and public health in India.

News18·

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