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BusinessPhoto: TOI BusinessA new study reveals that India's smaller tier-2 cities are using Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) digital credit services more than metropolitan areas. Despite this, consumers across these cities still prefer using payment apps for transactions rather than borrowing money through credit. This trend highlights the growing digital credit adoption outside major urban centers.
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WorldPhoto: Deccan HeraldIn Bengaluru, women-only cab and bike taxi services have emerged to address women's safety concerns on public transport. Despite challenges like driver shortages and funding issues causing some to shut down, services like Taxshe, led by Vandana Suri, continue operating. Taxshe has completed 15 lakh rides over nearly 12 years, offering flexible options for women, children, and daily commuters, including airport rides booked 24 hours in advance.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru
SportsPhoto: HT SportsNicolo Tresoldi scored a hat-trick as Club Brugge shocked Inter Milan 4-3 in the Champions League. Bayern Munich drew 3-3 with Viking Stavanger after a late equalizer, despite leading earlier. Barcelona rallied to beat Galatasaray 4-1, with Lamine Yamal assisting twice. Atletico Madrid defeated Manchester United 2-0, and Arsenal won 3-0 against Lille, scoring three goals in seven minutes.
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PoliticsPhoto: NDTVUS President Donald Trump forced Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign amid allegations she sought money from his supporters and accepted lavish hospitality from wealthy Greek businessmen. Trump said he did not like what he was reading despite her doing a good job. Guilfoyle denied the allegations, defended her record, and pledged loyalty to Trump while vowing to clear her name.
NDTV·
PoliticsPhoto: The HinduOn October 13, 2026, the Patna High Court acquitted 13 accused in a 1996 quadruple murder case from Jehanabad (now Arwal) district. The court cited serious police investigation lapses, lack of credible identification, and failure to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The case involved a violent attack on August 8-9, 1996, killing four villagers guarding irrigation water.
The Hindu··Jehanabad
HealthPhoto: Deccan HeraldThe Bengaluru South City Corporation fined Al-Shifa Polyclinic Rs 15,000 for illegally dumping medical waste and mixed garbage on a road in Ejipura. Inspectors found medicine packaging and waste near Srinivagilu and Mangammanapalya Main Road. The clinic was penalized for violating Solid Waste Management Rules and instructed to dispose of waste properly through authorized agencies.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru
TOI Business·
Photo: TOI BusinessA new study reveals that India's smaller tier-2 cities are using Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) digital credit services more than metropolitan areas. Despite this, consumers across these cities still prefer using payment apps for transactions rather than borrowing money through credit. This trend highlights the growing digital credit adoption outside major urban centers.
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