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Northeast Gets First Visa Application Centre in Guwahati

Guwahati has opened the Northeast's first visa application centre, operated by VFS Global, enabling international travellers from the region to apply for visas locally instead of travelling to Kolkata or New Delhi. The centre supports visa applications for at least 14 countries, including the UK, Japan, and Schengen states. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the facility, highlighting improved travel accessibility for the Northeast.

Deccan Herald··Guwahati

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Tim Southee praises Bhuvneshwar Kumar's India recall as deserved

Former New Zealand fast bowler Tim Southee praised Bhuvneshwar Kumar's recall to the Indian cricket team after four years as "brilliant and deserving." Bhuvneshwar, nearing 37, impressed with his skillful swing bowling and fitness, taking 45 wickets in the last two IPL seasons for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He last played a T20I in New Zealand in 2022.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Kerala HC Queries AI Cameras' Ability to Track Overspeeding Vehicles

The Kerala High Court has asked the State government and Transport department whether AI-enabled cameras on roads can track vehicles exceeding speed limits. The court referred to a luxury car accident on Kochi airport road and inquired about systems to intercept vehicles traveling at 100-200 kmph. It also sought details on follow-up actions and the timeline for a centralized monitoring system.

The Hindu··Kochi

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Houthi missile hits Yemen's Aden presidential palace, Saudi blames Iran

A Houthi missile struck the presidential palace in Aden, Yemen's interim capital, killing at least four and wounding 10. The attack marks a significant escalation in Yemen's civil war, with Saudi Arabia blaming Iran for supporting the Houthis. The Iran-backed group has recently seized territory along Yemen's Red Sea coast, despite a Saudi-backed government counteroffensive. The prime minister and cabinet are reported safe.

Firstpost World··Aden

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Nifty and Sensex Rise on Oct 16; US Markets Mixed

On October 16, Indian equity indices Nifty 50 and Sensex closed higher, led by gains in Private Bank, IT, and Auto sectors amid weekly Sensex contract expiry. Sensex rose 2.11% to 74,315.61, and Nifty 50 gained 1.66% to 22,997.35. In the US, Dow Jones advanced 0.58%, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq declined due to concerns over AI spending and inflation.

NDTV Business·

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Mahayuti to Win All 5 Maharashtra MLC Seats, Says Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde stated that the Mahayuti alliance is expected to win all five seats in the upcoming Legislative Council elections. The polls for Pune Graduates, Nagpur Graduates, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Graduates, Pune Teachers, and Amravati Teachers constituencies will be held on October 23, with counting on October 27. Shinde also criticized the Opposition for their stance on drought relief and farmer assistance.

Deccan Herald··Pune

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