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TechnologyPhoto: The Hindu

Road Ministry orders forensic audit after vehicle data leak

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has requested the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) to conduct a forensic security audit of its VAHAN, SARATHI, e-Challan, and PUCC portals. These portals manage vehicle registration, driving licenses, traffic violations, and pollution certificates. This action follows reports of vehicle data being sold via apps and websites for as little as ₹5. The Ministry also seeks intervention from the Ministry of Electronics and IT to review and strengthen data-sharing policies.

The Hindu··New Delhi

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EntertainmentPhoto: News18 Hindi

Begusarai Folk Singer Tinku's Journey from Free Ramdhuni to Fame

Tinku, a folk singer from Nayagaon in flood-affected Begusarai, Bihar, began his singing career in 1993-94 by performing Ramdhuni for free. At that time, devotional events did not pay singers. Gradually, demand for his singing grew at weddings, Mundan, Janeu, and other ceremonies, increasing his earnings and recognition.

News18 Hindi··Begusarai

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WorldPhoto: NDTV

Nagpur Police Bust Sextortion Racket Targeting Wealthy Men

Nagpur Police arrested 35-year-old Aditya Gupta for running a sextortion racket from Maharashtra. Gupta targeted wealthy men via dating apps like Mika by recruiting vulnerable women, paying them Rs 4 lakh or more to create profiles and extort money through false harassment complaints. The syndicate attempted to extort Rs 3 crore from a victim. Over 400 explicit videos were recovered, and investigations continue.

NDTV··Nagpur

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SportsPhoto: Times of India

India Wins Second T20I Against New Zealand with Tilak-Nitish Partnership

India secured a thrilling four-wicket win over New Zealand in the second T20I at Christchurch, leading the series 2-0. After a shaky middle order, Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy played crucial roles in the successful chase. Naman Dhir's quick 31 runs also helped stabilize the innings during the match.

Times of India··Christchurch

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BusinessPhoto: Mint Markets

MK Sons Fine Jewels Announces ₹275 Crore IPO with Price Band ₹153-₹162

MK Sons Fine Jewels Ltd has set a price band of ₹153 to ₹162 per share for its ₹275.4 crore IPO, opening for subscription from October 28 to 30. Anchor investor bidding is on October 27. The IPO includes a fresh issue of 1.36 crore shares and an offer for sale of 34 lakh shares by promoter Ramchand Murlidhar Raimalani. Proceeds will fund showroom expansion in Maharashtra and Gujarat, debt repayment, and general corporate needs. Shares will list on BSE and NSE.

Mint Markets·

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PoliticsPhoto: Deccan Herald

Allahabad HC to Hear Plea Challenging Rajeev Shukla’s Rajya Sabha Membership

The Allahabad High Court has scheduled a hearing two weeks from Saturday on a writ petition challenging senior Congress leader Rajeev Shukla's Rajya Sabha membership. The petition, filed by Aligarh resident Pradeep Singh, alleges discrepancies in Shukla's date of birth across official documents and election affidavits. It seeks an FIR registration and a CBI probe. Multiple authorities, including the Election Commission and BCCI, are parties to the plea.

Deccan Herald··Prayagraj

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