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NITI Aayog's Rajiv Gauba Urges Empowered Urban Governments

NITI Aayog member Rajiv Gauba emphasized the need for greater administrative and financial autonomy for city governments to tackle rapid urbanization challenges. Speaking at the National Urban Conclave, he said cities cannot be effectively managed from state capitals. He highlighted India's urban population growth from 50 crore to 85 crore by 2050 and called for reforms in urban governance, planning, and financing to achieve Viksit Bharat by 2047.

Hindustan Times·

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Empty Seats During Kharge's Speech at Patna Congress Event

At a Congress event in Patna's Bapu Sabhagar commemorating Dr. Shrikrishna Singh's 139th birth anniversary, many seats remained empty during Mallikarjun Kharge's speech, causing embarrassment. The situation worsened when a young man claiming to support the party interrupted, saying 'Modi won't be removed like this,' leading to Congress workers assaulting him and creating chaos in the hall.

News18 Hindi··Patna

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Mass Protests in Tel Aviv Demand Inquiry Before Israel Election

Thousands protested in Tel Aviv against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government days before Israel's October 27, 2026 election. Protesters demand an independent state inquiry into security failures before the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks. Netanyahu opposes this, proposing a different investigation. Opposition parties promise a state inquiry if elected. The election is a key test of Netanyahu's leadership amid public anger and political uncertainty.

News18··Tel Aviv

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BusinessPhoto: Deccan Herald

Crude Oil Prices May Reach $120 Amid West Asia Tensions and Fed Decision

Crude oil prices are expected to remain volatile due to escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and the upcoming US Federal Reserve monetary policy decision. Brent crude has crossed $117 per barrel, with investors closely watching the Strait of Hormuz, energy infrastructure threats, and US inventory data. Analysts advise caution amid headline-driven rallies and emphasize monitoring Fed guidance and weekly stock reports for market direction.

Deccan Herald··New Delhi

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NEET Student Fakes Kidnapping, Found with Girlfriend in Lucknow

A 17-year-old NEET student in Lucknow staged his own kidnapping after losing around ₹50,000 in online gaming. He demanded ₹5 lakh ransom from his family and sent a false death message. The father collected ₹3 lakh before police found the student with his girlfriend. Investigation revealed gaming addiction and debt issues.

Aaj Tak··Lucknow

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IndiGo and Air India to Shift One-Third International Flights to Navi Mumbai

IndiGo and Air India Group announced plans to move about one-third of their international flights from Mumbai airport to Navi Mumbai airport between January and next summer. IndiGo will transfer 12 daily departures (84 weekly), accounting for 36.1% of its international flights. Air India Group will shift 46 weekly departures (34.3%) to Navi Mumbai, agreeing to Mumbai International Airport Limited's demand for relocation.

Business Standard··Mumbai

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