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Study Finds Konkani Maternal Roots Mostly Local, Saraswat Groups Show West Eurasian Links

A study by Hyderabad's Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology and Mangalore University analyzed mitochondrial DNA of 295 Konkani speakers. It found that while most Konkani maternal ancestry is local, Saraswat groups have higher affinities with West Eurasian and Steppe lineages. This suggests Bronze Age migrations into South Asia involved both males and females, challenging the idea of exclusively male-driven migration.

Deccan Herald··Hyderabad

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Jio IPO Sets World Record with 13.8 Million Applications

Jio Platforms' IPO received a record 13.8 million applications by the end of its third bidding day, setting a world record. The IPO attracted bids worth ₹7.40 lakh crore. Jio Platforms is scheduled to be listed on both stock exchanges on October 28.

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Poland Seeks Stronger Defence and Trade Ties with India

Polish Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski discussed deepening strategic partnership with India, focusing on defence cooperation, trade, and investment. Despite differing views on Russia’s war in Ukraine, both countries aim to enhance defence industry collaboration and economic ties. Poland wants to serve as a gateway for Indian companies into Central and Eastern Europe, expanding opportunities in trade, technology, and investment.

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ISRO Chairman V Narayanan Outlines ESTIC 2026 Plans in Delhi

ISRO Chairman V Narayanan will present emerging space technologies at ESTIC 2026, a conclave held in New Delhi from October 27-29. The event will gather government officials, researchers, and industry leaders to discuss advancements supporting India's development goals, including sessions on semiconductors.

Mint··New Delhi

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Society of Indian Screen Editors Formed with Bina Paul as Chairperson

The Society of Indian Screen Editors (SISE) has been established with film editor Bina Paul as its chairperson. The society unites editors from various regions, languages, and mediums to promote the craft of editing, foster creative exchange, and enhance recognition for editing as an art. Members will use SISE as a suffix in film credits to signify professional identity.

Hindu Entertainment··Thiruvananthapuram

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Sharad Kelkar Visits Delhi's Luv Kush Ramlila Before Legend of Hanuman S7

Sharad Kelkar, the voice of Ravan in The Legend of Hanuman, visited Delhi's Luv Kush Ramlila at the Red Fort Grounds ahead of the animated series' seventh season premiere on JioHotstar. He joined thousands watching the live Ramayana retelling and highlighted the blend of traditional stage and modern animation formats. The new season began streaming on October 23.

News18 Movies··Delhi

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