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BusinessPhoto: Economic TimesThis Diwali, sweets and desserts are becoming more expensive due to a significant year-on-year rise in sugar prices and increased demand during the festive season. The surge in sugar costs is contributing to overall food inflation. Manufacturers may raise prices while trying to keep sweets affordable. Uneven rainfall affecting sugar production could further impact future prices.
Economic Times·
PoliticsPhoto: Hindustan TimesDelhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar defended denying permission for the Cockroach Janta Party's October 10 march and the preventive detention of protesters as necessary to maintain law and order. He cited the party's recent history of mob violence, property destruction, and injuries. The police described the July 20 CJP march over the NEET-UG paper leak as unauthorized and illegal, justifying restrictions imposed during protests as proportionate measures.
Hindustan Times··Delhi
BusinessPhoto: News18Hi BusinessJio Platforms, the digital and telecom arm of Reliance Industries, has set its IPO price band between ₹1,065 and ₹1,119 per share. The company aims to raise up to ₹30,213 crore through this IPO, which will open on October 21 and close on October 23. Reserved shares include ₹500 crore for eligible employees and ₹2,500 crore for Reliance Industries' eligible shareholders.
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WorldPhoto: News18 HindiIn Patna's Bhikhna Pahadi, a unique Durga Puja pandal themed around sparrows and nests has been created. Decorated with 1,000 nests and artificial sparrows, the pandal promotes environmental conservation and bird protection. It has become a major attraction for visitors during the festival, spreading awareness about saving sparrows.
News18 Hindi··Patna
TechnologyPhoto: Hindustan TimesThe Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and IT, chaired by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, will examine satellite internet services amid the ongoing dispute over Elon Musk's Starlink in India. The panel plans to discuss the issue soon. The dispute involves Musk accusing Mukesh Ambani of monopoly, while the Indian government insists on security and regulatory compliance before Starlink's commercial launch.
Hindustan Times·
PoliticsPhoto: HT WorldSecretary of State Marco Rubio sent a department-wide ethics reminder urging US State Department employees to avoid conflicts of interest and comply with federal ethics laws. The memo followed President Donald Trump's removal of Kimberly Guilfoyle as US ambassador to Greece amid allegations of accepting gifts for access, which Guilfoyle denied. Rubio emphasized integrity and impartiality in public service.
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Economic Times·
Photo: Economic TimesThis Diwali, sweets and desserts are becoming more expensive due to a significant year-on-year rise in sugar prices and increased demand during the festive season. The surge in sugar costs is contributing to overall food inflation. Manufacturers may raise prices while trying to keep sweets affordable. Uneven rainfall affecting sugar production could further impact future prices.
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