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Supreme Court Raises Compensation for Rajasthan Laborer in 28-Year Case

The Supreme Court increased compensation for Rajasthan contract laborer Kallu Khan from 5 lakh to 7.5 lakh rupees after a 28-year legal battle. The court upheld that Khan was not reinstated after termination but deserved higher compensation considering the long legal process and potential additional service. The ruling by Justices Ujjal Bhuiyan and Atul S. Chandurkar clarified this increase is specific to the case and not a precedent.

Amar Ujala·

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India's Stance on Maritime Security and H-1B Visa Issues

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs addressed several key issues including maritime security, H-1B visa policies, and concerns related to Indian professionals abroad. The ministry responded to JD Vance's comments, calling them inappropriate, and discussed India's position on matters involving Liberia, Saudi Arabia, UNMOGIP, and IMEC updates.

Amar Ujala·

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TVK Wins Dharapuram and Madurantakam Bye-Elections in Tamil Nadu

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) candidates P Sathyabama and K Maragatham Kumaravel won the Dharapuram and Madurantakam Assembly bye-elections held on October 6, with results announced on October 9. These wins strengthen Chief Minister Vijay's position as his TVK-led government lacks a majority in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. Both candidates had switched from AIADMK to TVK and resigned to contest the bye-elections. Maragatham defeated DMK's Paranthamen by over 17,500 votes, and Sathyabama beat DMK's Suganya by nearly 10,000 votes.

The News Minute·

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How to Buy Bonds as Yields Rise: Key Tips for Investors

As 10-year Treasury yields reach multidecade highs, investors are shifting to 2-year Treasurys, Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, and target-maturity bond funds to add fixed income. Bonds provide income, safety, and diversification but carry risks like credit risk. Novices often chase high yields without understanding that lower credit quality issuers offer higher rates due to default risk, as explained by financial planner James Mayo.

HT Business··Lakewood

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RAND Report Analyzes Weaknesses in China's PLA Military

China possesses modern fighter jets, deadly missiles, and a vast navy, but RAND's report highlights challenges in the PLA's training, commanders' decision-making abilities, and combat experience. These weaknesses raise questions about China's readiness to win a real war despite its military strength.

News18 Hindi·

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CPI(M) Blames Congress for Electoral Roll Manipulation in Kerala

In Kerala, CPI(M) has accused the Congress of manipulating the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, following statements by Cockroach Janata Party leader Abhijeet Dipke linking the SIR issues to the fall of the Pinarayi Vijayan government. CPI(M) cites the appointment of former chief electoral officer Rathan Kelkar by Congress leader V D Satheesan as evidence of bias favoring the United Democratic Front. Protests and allegations of voter removal and bogus additions have been raised by CPI(M) youth groups.

Deccan Herald··Thiruvananthapuram

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