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Microfinance Sector Shows Record Recovery in Loan Repayments, NPAs Drop Below 1%

India's microfinance sector is undergoing significant positive changes with a slight decline in total loan portfolio but notable improvement in loan repayments and asset quality. A joint report by TransUnion CIBIL and Sa-Dhan highlights strict credit standards and responsible lending as key factors. By June 2026, the total microfinance loan portfolio stood at ₹3.3 lakh crore. Industry leaders emphasize prudent credit evaluation and borrower capacity for sustainable growth.

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Australian Coroner Finds 8-Year-Old Indian-Origin Girl's Death Preventable

An eight-year-old Indian-origin girl died of myocarditis in an Australian hospital in 2022. A Victorian coroner found that a junior doctor missed warning signs and failed to recognize the severity of her condition. The coroner concluded that earlier medical intervention could have saved her life.

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Director Nelson's Career: 3 Blockbusters in 5 Films, One Flop with CM Double Role

Director Nelson Dilip Kumar, known for the blockbuster 2023 film Jailor, has released its sequel Jailor 2 starring Rajinikanth. Nelson has directed only five films in his career, out of which three were blockbusters. However, one of his films featuring a Chief Minister in a double role did not perform well at the box office.

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Illinois Hindu Temple Shooting Plot Foiled, Teen Arrested

A 19-year-old named Alexandros Paporakis was arrested for allegedly planning a mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois. The suspect expressed white supremacist views and hostility towards Indians in a manifesto. The plot was foiled when his rifle malfunctioned and a co-worker alerted authorities. The FBI is investigating, raising concerns about anti-Indian hate and safety at Hindu worship places in the US.

News18 World··Aurora

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Delhi Metro Starts Early Trains at 3:30 AM for Half Marathon

On October 18, Delhi Metro will begin special early morning services from 3:30 AM on Red, Yellow, Blue, and Violet Lines to support the Delhi Half Marathon at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Trains will run every 15 minutes initially, then every 20 minutes until 6 AM. Regular Sunday schedules will continue after these special timings to ensure smooth transit for participants and attendees.

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Ex-IAS Divya Mittal Launches Jan Neeti Bharat Party

Divya Mittal, a former IAS officer, has founded the Jan Neeti Bharat party ahead of upcoming elections. She plans to focus on increasing citizen participation in policymaking, moving away from traditional governance. Mittal retired after 13 years in civil service, joining a growing trend of civil servants entering politics.

Times of India·

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