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RBI Takes Strong Measures to Defend Rupee Amid Rising Pressure

The Reserve Bank of India has implemented significant measures to stabilize the rupee, including opening a dollar window for state-owned oil refiners and imposing a reserve requirement on foreign-exchange derivatives. These steps follow a recent interest rate hike and signal readiness for further tightening. Despite these efforts, sustaining gains may be challenging due to high oil prices and over $30 billion outflow from Indian equities this year.

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Woman Alyssa Smith Disappears During Chicago Trip with Boyfriend

Alyssa Smith, a 24-year-old woman from the suburbs, disappeared after traveling to Chicago with her boyfriend, who returned home alone. Her family reported her missing on September 30. Alyssa is described as 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing 135-140 pounds, with brown eyes, multiple piercings, and tattoos including a Pennywise clown on her left shoulder. Her mother seeks public help to find her.

HT World··Chicago

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Matt Renshaw Breaks Virat Kohli's Record with 190 in Durban

Matt Renshaw scored a stunning 190 runs in a cricket match against South Africa in Durban. Australia was struggling at 124/6 when Renshaw combined with lower-order batsmen, including a 134-run partnership with Nathan Lyon for the ninth wicket. His innings helped Australia reach 390 all out. South Africa ended the day at 27/1.

TOI Sports··Durban

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Aditya Birla Renewables Seeks ₹14,500 Crore Loan for Shell Energy Acquisition

Aditya Birla Renewables is seeking approximately ₹14,517 crore ($1.5 billion) in rupee-denominated loans from multiple Indian banks, including SBI and HDFC Bank. The funds will finance its acquisition of Shell Plc’s Indian renewable energy arm, Solenergi Power Pvt Ltd, to avoid costly bridge financing. The deal was signed in July, with Aditya Birla Renewables acquiring 100% equity of Solenergi Power, owned by Shell Overseas Investment B.V.

Mint Companies··Mumbai

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Truck Hits Durga Idol Procession in Belagavi, 3 Dead, 10 Injured

In Belagavi district, Karnataka, a truck rammed into a Durga idol procession near Hattaragi toll plaza in Hukkeri taluk, killing three devotees and injuring over 10, with four in critical condition. The victims were returning to Hunchyanatti village. Police identified the deceased as Prakash, Mahesh, and Daneshwari. Injured were hospitalized and investigations are ongoing. A separate bus accident in the same taluk killed one and injured 12.

Hindustan Times··Belagavi

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Ganesh Acharya Unveils Trailer of Biopic 'Ganesh Dust To Stardust'

Choreographer and filmmaker Ganesh Acharya unveiled the trailer of his biographical drama "Ganesh Dust To Stardust" on Sunday in Mumbai. The film traces his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leading Hindi film choreographer, highlighting his struggles, sacrifices, and determination. Starring Shivanshu Soni and others, it is set to release on December 11.

HT Entertainment··Mumbai

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