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BusinessOn October 7, the stock market opened with a decline. The Sensex dropped 403 points or 0.55% to 72,664.22. Meanwhile, the Nifty 50 fell 147.55 points or 0.65%, trading near 22,626.60. The market showed a downward trend at the start of the day.
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SportsGulveer Singh, a 28-year-old athlete from Aligarh, won three medals at the Asian Games in Japan, becoming the first Indian in 40 years to achieve this feat. He won silver in the 1,500m and 10,000m races and bronze in the 5,000m. He previously won medals at the Commonwealth Games and credits his coach Scott Simmons for his consistent performance.
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TechnologyThe Tejas fighter jet program in India has gained momentum as a US aircraft manufacturer has delivered four F404 engines for the indigenous Tejas fighter jet, also known as the desi Rafale. This development marks a significant boost for the program, enhancing the production and performance of the Tejas combat aircraft.
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BusinessHong Kong stocks declined as rising oil prices, weak economic data, and selling pressure on major technology and biotechnology shares impacted market sentiment. The Hang Seng index fell by 0.5%, with tech stocks dropping 0.9%. Weak PMI, subdued consumer demand, and mixed industrial data contributed to caution despite optimism from China’s policy support.
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PoliticsIndia's food and farming policy typically becomes active only during crises such as monsoon failures, conflicts, or commodity market swings, then quiets down afterward. For example, when the Strait of Hormuz closed in February, urea prices surged, prompting the Cabinet to approve a new investment policy to boost gas-based urea production after 14 years. This pattern shows policy attention spikes during emergencies but lacks sustained focus.
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BusinessPineapple leaves left after harvesting are no longer waste but a source of income. Natural fibers extracted from these leaves are used to produce Pina fabric, vegan leather, bags, shoes, ropes, and eco-friendly packaging. This innovation provides farmers with extra income while promoting sustainable fashion and environmental protection.
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On October 7, the stock market opened with a decline. The Sensex dropped 403 points or 0.55% to 72,664.22. Meanwhile, the Nifty 50 fell 147.55 points or 0.65%, trading near 22,626.60. The market showed a downward trend at the start of the day.
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