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Mauritius Extends Curfew After Riots Over Water Shortages

Mauritius has extended its island-wide curfew for two more nights following riots and looting sparked by protests over water shortages and rising living costs. The curfew will be in effect from 8:30 pm to 5 am on Wednesday and Thursday across major population centers. Schools remain closed this week except for students taking international exams. Since the unrest began, 94 arrests have been made, and authorities say the situation is under control.

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BusinessPhoto: Mint Markets

Ashish Kacholia's SG Finserve Stock Up 70% in 2026

Ashish Kacholia, known as the 'Big Whale' of Indian small-cap stocks, has increased his holding in SG Finserve Ltd, a stock that has risen 70% year-to-date from ₹406.55 to ₹690 on NSE. In Q1 2026, Kacholia bought 15,44,009 shares, representing 2.29% of the company's paid-up capital. Market expert Anuj Gupta attributes the rally to strong fiscal growth, loan book expansion, and robust Q1 results.

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Ankita Bhandari Murder Case: Timeline and VIP Controversy

The Ankita Bhandari murder case resurfaced nationally after Congress leaders, including Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi, protested with her parents at India Gate. The family demands delaying Dushyant Kumar Gautam's appointment as Sikkim Governor until the CBI investigation concludes. Ankita, 19, a receptionist at Vanantara Resort in Rishikesh, went missing in September 2022; her body was found in a canal five days later. Resort owner Pulkit Arya, manager Saurabh Bhaskar, and assistant manager Ankit Gupta were arrested and convicted in May 2025 for her murder, linked to forced services to guests.

The Hindu··Rishikesh

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TechnologyPhoto: Firstpost Tech

Anthropic’s Claude AI to Provide Official US Voting Info for 2026 Midterms

Anthropic is updating its Claude AI chatbot to offer official voting information and election results for the United States 2026 midterm elections. This update aims to help voters navigate election procedures amid increasing scrutiny over AI-generated political content and concerns about misuse of AI technology during elections.

Firstpost Tech·

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Imran Khan Asked to Leave India by October 28 Over Protest Participation

Actor Imran Khan, a US citizen holding an OCI card, was asked to leave India by October 28 after participating in a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in Mumbai on October 10. The controversy involves whether OCI cardholders can join political protests, as OCI status grants privileges but not citizenship or political rights. BJP leader Kirit Somaiya filed a complaint alleging violation of OCI rules.

News18 Movies··Mumbai

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Mumbai Police Issues Notice to Imran Khan to Leave India by October 28

Bollywood actor Imran Khan received a notice from Mumbai Police to leave India by October 28. He had participated in a protest at August Kranti Maidan demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Mumbai Police also took him into custody during the demonstration.

Amar Entertainment··Mumbai

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