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PoliticsThe Supreme Court ruled out a total ban on fireworks, stating it would hurt public sentiments. The court emphasized that fireworks cannot be allowed 24x7 due to their impact on the elderly, sick, and children. It called for a balanced solution with specified timings. The court also considered limited relaxation for green crackers meeting safety and emission standards.
News18·2h ago
BusinessOil prices declined as Persian Gulf crude exports showed signs of recovery, easing supply concerns. December Brent crude futures dropped 0.9% to $95.31 per barrel, and West Texas Intermediate fell 0.6% to $86.76. Goldman Sachs noted Gulf exports reached 23.3 million barrels per day by late September, near the 2025 average. Saudi exports hit 5.8 million barrels daily, the highest since February, despite pipeline disruptions.
HT World·52m ago
HealthUterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in or around the uterus that do not always affect a woman's ability to conceive or carry a pregnancy to term. Their impact on fertility depends on factors like size, number, and location. Fibroids that distort the uterine cavity may interfere with implantation, while small fibroids often have little or no effect. Individual cases vary significantly.
HT Health·55m ago·New Delhi
BusinessGoldiam International Ltd plans to generate ₹600-800 crore in revenue from its lab-grown diamond retail brand Origem over the next five years. The 26-store network reached break-even in August. Goldiam’s B2B operations are growing 20-25%, outpacing the global industry’s 5% growth. The company targets combined B2B and Origem revenue of about ₹2,500 crore by 2027, with Origem expected to exceed 10% of total business.
Mint Companies·53m ago·Mumbai
BusinessIndia Energy Week 2027 begins in Kolkata, focusing on energy security, innovation, and eastern India's crucial role in the energy sector. The event features international pavilions and start-up challenges, aiming to foster a wider global energy dialogue and showcase advancements in energy technology and policy.
ET Energy Power·1h ago·Kolkata
PoliticsAn application was filed in the Supreme Court seeking recall of its September 23 order that referred the challenge to the 2023 law on appointing the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners to a Constitution bench. The plea cites concerns over Justice Satish Chandra Sharma’s son representing the Election Commission of India, arguing Justice Sharma should have recused himself. The September 23 bench gave a split verdict on the referral.
Hindustan Times·49m ago
News18·2h ago
The Supreme Court ruled out a total ban on fireworks, stating it would hurt public sentiments. The court emphasized that fireworks cannot be allowed 24x7 due to their impact on the elderly, sick, and children. It called for a balanced solution with specified timings. The court also considered limited relaxation for green crackers meeting safety and emission standards.
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