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BusinessPhoto: News18 BusinessOn October 16, the Indian stock market closed higher with the Sensex rising 414 points to 74,729.27 and the Nifty 50 gaining 149 points to 23,146.15. IT stocks led the rally, with the Nifty IT index surging 3.92%. Tech Mahindra jumped 8.45%, Infosys rose 4.55%, and TCS gained 4.61%. Gains were capped by weakness in FMCG, oil and gas, and some financial stocks.
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TechnologyPhoto: News18 TechGoogle has introduced a new 'Shop devices' option on the Play Store in India, allowing users to browse and purchase Pixel phones, watches, and earbuds directly. The feature links to the Google Store for completing purchases and currently lists Pixel 10a, Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 5, and Pixel Buds Pro 2. Prices start at Rs 55,999 for the Pixel 10a.
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PoliticsPhoto: NDTV WorldChina responded to US White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia's remark about China lacking 'proper toilets' by inviting her to visit more often. Zacharia made the comment during an interview recalling perceptions from 2016 about China's development. China's foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning welcomed Zacharia to visit China again, countering the criticism with a lighthearted tone amid ongoing US-China tensions.
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EntertainmentPhoto: NDTV MoviesSinger Mika Singh shared a humorous story about mistaking messages from Daler Mehndi for Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan's texts over six months. The prank was revealed during Mika's appearance on Kaun Banega Crorepati season 18, hosted by Bachchan. Mika also recalled meeting Amitabh Bachchan on the set of Daler Mehndi's song 'Na Na Na Na Re' and being fooled by another prank involving food supposedly sent by Jaya Bachchan.
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EntertainmentPhoto: News18 MoviesContrary to reports claiming Dil Raju paid Rs 80-90 crore for the Telugu rights of Ranbir Kapoor's film Ramayana, a leading distributor revealed he actually paid Rs 54 crore on an advance basis. The distributor denied the higher figures, stating no one would pay Rs 80-90 crore. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, and is expected to attract Telugu audiences due to its mythological theme and popular cast.
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PoliticsPhoto: TOI WorldThe recent defacement of Rabindranath Tagore's portrait in Dhaka has ignited public protests and discussions about his legacy amid political unrest following the July 2024 uprising. Accusations against Jamaat-e-Islami have intensified concerns over threats to cultural icons, highlighting the complex relationship between politics, culture, and national identity in Bangladesh today.
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Photo: News18 BusinessOn October 16, the Indian stock market closed higher with the Sensex rising 414 points to 74,729.27 and the Nifty 50 gaining 149 points to 23,146.15. IT stocks led the rally, with the Nifty IT index surging 3.92%. Tech Mahindra jumped 8.45%, Infosys rose 4.55%, and TCS gained 4.61%. Gains were capped by weakness in FMCG, oil and gas, and some financial stocks.
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