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Private Firms Made 17 Million Vehicle Database Queries Before Centre Cut Access

Between January 2024 and September 2026, private firms made nearly 17 million queries to India's national vehicle databases before the Centre stopped sharing data with them on October 1. The National Informatics Centre issued 25,314 credentials to private entities for accessing VAHAN, SARATHI, and related databases. The Internet Freedom Foundation raised concerns about personal vehicle data being sold via apps and websites.

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PoliticsPhoto: HT World

Tennessee Man Arrested After Motel Standoff, Allegedly Sets Woman on Fire

Mark A. Harden, 33, was arrested after a SWAT standoff at a Kodak motel in Sevier County, Tennessee. He allegedly threatened to kill a woman, poured gasoline on her, and set her face on fire. The woman suffered first- and second-degree burns but escaped and sought help. Harden faces charges including aggravated domestic assault and kidnapping.

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PoliticsPhoto: News18 Hindi

CJP Leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das to Appear Before Special Executive Magistrate Court

CJP leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das have been held in Delhi's Tihar Jail for seven days after being arrested for protesting without permission at Jantar Mantar. On October 21, 2026, they will appear for the third time before the Special Executive Magistrate Court, where a bail decision will be made. The court handles specific cases and has defined powers, with certain Delhi Police officers authorized to serve as Special Executive Magistrates.

News18 Hindi··Delhi

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BusinessPhoto: Firstpost Business

Global Giants Back Jio’s Rs 30,213-Crore IPO

Jio Platforms’ IPO, valued at Rs 30,213 crore, attracted anchor bids exceeding Rs 2.5 lakh crore, over 30 times the reserved amount. The IPO was fully subscribed by 10:36 am on the first day, driven by strong institutional demand. Major global investors like BlackRock, GIC, Fidelity, Capital Group, and ADIA are backing Mukesh Ambani’s digital venture, highlighting its massive appeal.

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Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh Name Second Daughter Devi

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh announced the name of their second daughter as Devi Padukone Singh on Dussehra. They shared their first family photo with their elder daughter Dua and newborn Devi dressed in matching golden outfits. Actress Bipasha Basu, who also has a daughter named Devi, reacted to the announcement, recalling a previous conversation about the name. The post received love from several celebrities.

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PoliticsPhoto: Prabhat Khabar

CJP Spokespersons Withdraw Release Petition in Delhi High Court

CJP spokespersons Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka withdrew their petition related to their release in the Delhi High Court. The court noted during the hearing that police permission meant not only stopping protesters but also preventing others from joining the protest. The court referenced ongoing student protests in France, which turned violent. The petition challenged a magistrate's order extending their judicial custody by two days.

Prabhat Khabar··Delhi

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