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Rupee Rises 94 Paise to 95.77 After RBI Curbs Dollar Demand

The Indian rupee surged 94 paise to 95.77 against the US dollar at Monday's open, strengthening from 96.71. This followed RBI measures to curb speculative activity, including barring rebooking of cancelled rupee-linked forex derivatives, lowering forex transaction thresholds, and mandating 20% cash reserves on certain contracts. RBI also allowed oil companies to buy dollars directly, reducing spot market demand and supporting the rupee amid ongoing dollar needs for imports and capital outflows.

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NTPC Green Invites Bids for Inverter at Nokhra Solar Project

NTPC Green Energy (NGEL) has issued a tender to procure a 3,125 kW spare inverter from Sineng Electric for its Nokhra solar power project. The deadline for bid submission is October 14, 2026, with bid opening scheduled for the next day. This procurement aims to support the project's operational efficiency.

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Gold Prices Stabilize Above Rs 150,000 in October 2026 Week

Gold prices started the week at Rs 150,750 after recovering from a recent dip to Rs 146,000–147,000. Despite this recovery, prices remain significantly below the September peak of Rs 163,000–165,000. The daily trend shows modest improvement, with gold trading above the 20-day average of Rs 150,263, indicating a stabilization of selling pressure following the recent correction.

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India's Data Centers Expand Renewable Energy Use Amid Rising Demand

India's data center power capacity surged from 375 MW in 2020 to 1.57 GW by August 2026, driven by AI growth and expanding data infrastructure. The sector's electricity demand is increasing rapidly, making renewable energy with storage crucial. Projections estimate capacity will reach nearly 8 GW by 2030, highlighting the importance of transmission systems for sustainable power supply.

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Nakul Dhull Joins Bigg Boss 20 as Wild Card Contestant

Nakul Dhull, known as Mitthu Don, is a social media influencer from Faridabad, Haryana. He entered Bigg Boss 20 as the second wild card contestant on the October 11 Weekend Ka Vaar episode. Known for his outspoken personality and strong opinions, Nakul is now facing new challenges inside the Bigg Boss house, adapting to the dynamics among contestants.

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Aeroflex Industries Shares Rally 13% Ahead of Expansion Board Meeting

Aeroflex Industries shares surged nearly 13% as investors anticipated the October 14 board meeting focused on expansion plans and capacity enhancements. The stock has gained over 200% in 2026, with the company's market capitalization reaching approximately Rs 7,715 crore. This rally reflects strong investor confidence ahead of key strategic decisions.

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